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The power of system, three-phase 10 kVA load with a power factor of 0.342, is measured by two-wattmeter method. The readings of two wattmeters are W1 and W2. What can be said about these readings?

A. When power factor is changed from lagging to leading, the reading of W1 and W2 increase.
B. When power factor is changed from lagging to leading, the reading of W1 and W2 get interchanged.
C. When power factor is changed from lagging to leading, the reading of W1 and W2 decrease.
D. When power factor is changed from lagging to leading, the reading of W1 and W2 attain negative sign, always.
Answer» C. When power factor is changed from lagging to leading, the reading of W1 and W2 decrease.


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