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Factors Governing Support Selection

The type of line support in transmission line does not depend upon the:
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Correct AnswerB. power factor of the load

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Support selection is governed by mechanical and insulation requirements such as conductor size/weight, span and voltage level. Load power factor is an electrical load characteristic and does not determine the physical type of line support.

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B — power factor of the load

Explanation

Support selection is governed by mechanical and insulation requirements such as conductor size/weight, span and voltage level. Load power factor is an electrical load characteristic and does not determine the physical type of line support.

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Factors Governing Support Selection

Exam Point

Supports depend on mechanics + insulation, not load power factor.

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Supports depend on mechanics + insulation, not load power factor.

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Supports depend on mechanics + insulation, not load power factor.

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