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An ideal transformer has 1000 turns in its primary and 5000 turns in its secondary. If the secondary current is 2 A, the primary current is:

Answer: 10 A.

  • A 0.4 A
  • B 10 A
  • C 2.5 A
  • D 5 A

Correct answer: B. 10 A

Explanation: For an ideal transformer, V<sub>p</sub>I<sub>p</sub> = V<sub>s</sub>I<sub>s</sub> and V<sub>s</sub>/V<sub>p</sub> = N<sub>s</sub>/N<sub>p</sub> = 5. Hence I<sub>p</sub> = 5 &times; 2 = 10 A.

EMF is Induced Only While Flux is ChangingΦmagnet approachingmagnet stationary inside coilEMFEMF ≠ 0 (flux changing)EMF = 0 (flux constant)t

As a magnet approaches a coil, flux rises steadily and a constant non-zero EMF is induced (Faraday's law). Once the magnet stops moving, flux stays constant and the induced EMF drops to zero - EMF only exists while flux is actively changing.

Concept context

Faraday's and Lenz's laws, motional EMF, self/mutual inductance, eddy currents, and the AC generator - how a changing magnetic flux creates an electric current.

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