The power input to a synchronous motor is measured by two wattmeters both of which √3 indicate 50 kW. If the power factor of the motor be changed to leading and the total input power remaining the same, determine the readings of the two wattmeters. 2

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The power input to a synchronous motor is measured by two wattmeters both of which
√3
indicate 50 kW. If the power factor of the motor be changed to leading and the
total input power remaining the same, determine the readings of the two wattmeters.
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Transcribed Image Text:The power input to a synchronous motor is measured by two wattmeters both of which √3 indicate 50 kW. If the power factor of the motor be changed to leading and the total input power remaining the same, determine the readings of the two wattmeters. 2
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