Marine Electrical Systems USCG Question #104 (Set 4)

How is the power factor of an AC generator operating singularly determined?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option A — the connected load

When an AC generator operates singularly, the power factor is entirely a characteristic of the connected load impedance, specifically the ratio of true power (kW) to apparent power (kVA), independent of generator rating, speed, or excitation level per IEEE 45 standards.

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