Question 1060 of 844 · Washington 01 Journey Level Electrician Exam
Transformers are rated in kVA rather than kW because:
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Correct answer to question 1060
- C: Their heating depends on voltage and current regardless of load power factor
Explanation
Transformer losses depend on the current through the windings and the voltage across the core, not on the power factor of the load. A kVA rating covers any load power factor.
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