Question

What will happen if field current of generator in Hopkinson’s test is increased?

a.

Current through motor armature will increase

b.

Current through motor armature will decrease

c.

Current through motor armature will remain constant

d.

Motor armature current cannot be determined

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Answer: (a).Current through motor armature will increase

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