Question

The power factor of a single phase load can be calculated if instruments available are

a.

one voltmeter, one ammeter

b.

two ammeters

c.

two voltmeters

d.

one voltmeter, one ammeter and one wattmeter

Answer: (d).one voltmeter, one ammeter and one wattmeter

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