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  1. Hysteresis loss in a transformer varies as (Bmax = maximum flux density)

  2. A.

     Bmax

    B.

     Bmax1-6

    C.

     Bmax1-83

    D.

     B max


  3. The no load current in a transformer lags behind the applied voltage by an angle of about

  4. A.

     180°

    B.

     120°

    C.

     90°

    D.

     75°


  5. The efficiency of two identical transformers under load conditions can be determined by

  6. A.

     short-circuit test

    B.

     back-to-back test

    C.

     open circuit test

    D.

     any of the above


  7. For a transformer, operating at constant load current, maximum efficiency will occur at

  8. A.

     0.8 leading power factor

    B.

     0.8 lagging power factor

    C.

     zero power factor

    D.

     unity power factor


  9. Helical coils can be used on

  10. A.

     low voltage side of high kVA transformers

    B.

     high frequency transformers

    C.

     high voltage side of small capacity transformers

    D.

     high voltage side of high kVA rating transformers


  11. Greater the secondary leakage flux

  12. A.

     less will be the secondary induced e.m.f.

    B.

     less will be the primary induced e.m.f.

    C.

     less will be the primary terminal voltage

    D.

     none of the above


  13. A transformer core is laminated to

  14. A.

     reduce hysteresis loss

    B.

     reduce eddy current losses

    C.

     reduce copper losses

    D.

     reduce all above losses


  15. In the transformer following winding has got more cross-sectional area

  16. A.

     Low voltage winding

    B.

     High voltage winding

    C.

     Primary winding

    D.

     Secondary winding


  17. The transformer laminations are insulated from each other by

  18. A.

     mica strip

    B.

     thin coat of varnish

    C.

     paper

    D.

     any of the above


  19. Buchholz's relay gives warning and protection against

  20. A.

     electrical fault inside the transformer itself

    B.

     electrical fault outside the transformer in outgoing feeder

    C.

     for both outside and inside faults

    D.

     none of the above