What is the main function in the use of a capacitor for starting a single phase motor?

Correct Answer: Option C — Split the phase to create greater starting torque

Single-phase motors lack an inherent rotating magnetic field. A capacitor introduces a phase shift between the main and auxiliary winding currents, creating the necessary torque to initiate rotation. This phase displacement is critical for starting, as it simulates a polyphase supply to overcome the motor's static inertia.