Load curve is useful in deciding the_____________?

A. Operating schedule of generating units
B. Sizes of generating units
C. Total installed capacity of the plant
D. All of the above

Diversity factor has direct effect on the____________?

A. Fixed cost of unit generated
B. Running cost of unit generated
C. Both a. and b.
D. Neither a. nor b.

The area under a load curve gives__________?

A. Average demand
B. Energy consumed
C. Maximum demand
D. None of the above

A consumer has to pay lesser fixed charges in____________?

A. Flat rate tariff
B. Two part tariff
C. Maximum demand tariff
D. Any of the above

A load curve indicates___________?

A. Average power used during the period
B. Average kwh (kw) energy consumption during the period
C. Either of the above
D. None of the above

The load factor of domestic load is usually____________?

A. 10 to 15%
B. 30 to 40%
C. 50 to 60%
D. 60 to 70%

The expected useful life of an hydroelectric power station is around_________________?

A. 15 years
B. 30 years
C. 60 years
D. 100 years

For the same cylinder dimensions and speed, which of the following engine will produce least power?

A. Supercharged engine
B. Diesel engine
C. Petrol engine
D. All of the above engines will equal power

Which lightening stroke is most dangerous?

A. Direct stroke on line conductor
B. Indirect stroke on conductor
C. Direct stroke on tower top
D. Direct stroke on ground wire

Which of the following is the disadvantage of static capacitor for power factor improvement?

A. Easily damaged by high voltage
B. Cannot be repaired
C. Short service life
D. All of the above