A 3-Phase, 4-Wire, Wye-Connected Power System Supplying Nonlinear Loads May

question 11

Multiple Choice

A 3-phase, 4-wire, wye-connected power system supplying nonlinear loads may necessitate a design allowing for the possibility of ____ on the neutral conductor.

• A) transient arching
• B) low harmonic neutral currents
• C) excessive heat
• D) high harmonic neutral currents

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