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A transformer with efficiency 80% has primary power input 1000 W. Output power is:

Answer: 800 W.

  • A 800 W
  • B 200 W
  • C 1000 W
  • D 1250 W

Correct answer: A. 800 W

Explanation: Efficiency = P<sub>out</sub>/P<sub>in</sub>. P<sub>out</sub> = 0.80 × 1000 = 800 W. 200 W is lost as heat in the core and windings.

V and I Phase Relationships in AC CircuitsPure Inductor: I lags V by 90°VIPure Capacitor: I leads V by 90°VIMemory aid "ELI the ICE man": in an inductor (L) E(V) leads I; in a capacitor (C) I leads E(V)For a pure resistor, V and I stay perfectly in phase (no lag or lead at all)

In a pure inductor the current lags the voltage by 90° (energy is briefly stored in the magnetic field before current responds); in a pure capacitor the current leads the voltage by 90° (current must flow to build up charge before voltage rises) - the mnemonic "ELI the ICE man" keeps these straight.

Concept context

AC circuits, impedance, LCR series circuit, resonance, transformers, and power factor.

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