1. Which of the following equipment, for regulating the voltage in distribution feeder, will be most economical ?

Static condenser

Synchronous condenser

Tap changing transformer

Booster transformer

Answer: Booster transformer

Explanation:


2. Transmission voltage of 11 kV is normally used for distances upto ?

20-25km

40-50km

60-70 km

80-100km

Answer: 20-25km

Explanation:


3. Which of the following distribution systems is more reliable ?

Radial system

Tree system

Ring main system

All are equally reliable

Answer: Ring main system

Explanation:


4. The steel used in steel cored conductors is usually ?

alloy steel

stainless steel

mild steel

all of the above

Answer: mild steel

Explanation:


5. ln AC. S.R. conductor the function of steel is to ?

provide additional mechanical strength

prevent corona

take care of surges

reduce inductance and subsequently improve power factor

Answer: provide additional mechanical strength

Explanation:


6. Which of the following has least effect on corona ?

Atmospheric temperature

Number of ions

Size and charge per ion

Mean free path

Answer: Atmospheric temperature

Explanation:


7. Power loss due to corona is not directly proportional to ?

spacing between conductors

supply voltage frequency

phase-neutral voltage

all of the above

Answer: spacing between conductors

Explanation:


8. Which of the following are connected by the service mains ?

Transformer and earth

Distributor and relay system

Distributor and consumer terminals

Distributor and transformer

Answer: Distributor and consumer terminals

Explanation:


9. Impedance relay is used on transmission lines ?

short

medium

long

all

Answer: medium

Explanation:


10. Conductors for high voltage transmission lines are suspended from towers to ?

increase clearance from ground

clearance from ground

take care of extension in length during summer

reduce wind and snow loads

Answer: increase clearance from ground

Explanation: