A 3 phase induction machine draws 1000 kVA at a power factor of 0.866 – McqOptions

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1.	A 3 phase induction machine draws 1000 kVA at a power factor of 0.866 lag. A synchronous condenser is connected in parallel to draw an additional power of 750 kVA at a leading pf of 0.707. The power factor of the total load supplied by the mains is
A.	0.95 lag
B.	0.99 lead
C.	0.90 lag
D.	0.95 lead
Answer» C. 0.90 lag

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