Question

Which statement is true for an ac circuit?

a.

Active power is always less than apparent power

b.

Active power cannot be more than apparent power

c.

Active power is always more than reactive power

d.

Active power cannot be more than reactive power

Answer: (b).Active power cannot be more than apparent power

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