Find the kVAR rating and capacitance required to improve the power factor to 0.96 (lagging)

Electric Motor Control
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Find the kVAR rating and capacitance required to improve the power factor to 0.96 (lagging)

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A 250-V rms 60-Hz supply serves a load that is 10 kW (resistive), 15 KVAR (capacitive), and 22 kVAR (inductive).
NOTE: This is a multi-part question. Once an answer is submitted, you will be unable to return to this part.
Transcribed Image Text:Required information A 250-V rms 60-Hz supply serves a load that is 10 kW (resistive), 15 KVAR (capacitive), and 22 kVAR (inductive). NOTE: This is a multi-part question. Once an answer is submitted, you will be unable to return to this part.
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