Marine Electrical Systems USCG Question #801 (Set 27)

Of the listed factors that influence the amount of RMS voltage induced in the windings of an AC generator operating at a constant 60 Hz frequency, which factor is variable during generator operation?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option B — the strength of the rotating magnetic field

Generator terminal voltage is directly proportional to rotor magnetic field strength. Since operating frequency and armature turns are fixed, automatic voltage regulators adjust excitation current to vary the rotating magnetic field strength.

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