An industrial load connected to a 440 V, 60 Hz line takes 50 A. The current lags the voltage by 30 electrical degrees. What is the power factor of this circuit? Determine the apparent power, in volt-amperes and the true power, in watts

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  1. An industrial load connected to a 440 V, 60 Hz line takes 50 A. The current lags the voltage by 30 electrical degrees.
    1. What is the power factor of this circuit?
    2. Determine the apparent power, in volt-amperes and the true power, in watts
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