An induction wattmeter can be used for

dc only

50 Hz ac only

both ac and dc

high frequency ac only

Correct Answer : Option (B) : 50 Hz ac only

Explanation : Induction principle is valid for ac only. Induction Instruments are calibrated for 50 Hz ac.

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In measurements using strain gauge, the dummy strain gauge is used to

compensate for error in voltmeter

compensate for change in temperature

compensate for resistance of strain gauge

compensate for error due to change in voltage of battery

Correct Answer : compensate for change in temperature

A CT is used to feed current coils of wattmeter, energy meter, power factor meter and an ammeter. Then

all coils are in parallel

the coils are in series-parallel

all the coils are in series

None of the above

Correct Answer : all the coils are in series

A permanent magnet moving coil measures

dc value

peak value

true rms value

rms plus dc value

Correct Answer : dc value