Question 14

(a) With the aid of a simple diagram, explain how a step down transformer works.

(b)(i) State three ways by which energy is lost in a transformer

(ii) Mention how each of the losses in (b)(i) above can be minimized

(c) A 95% efficient transformer is used to operate a lamp rated 60W, 220 V from a 4400 V a.c supply. Calculate the;

(i) ratio of the number of turns in the primary coil to the number of turns in the secondary coil of the transformer

(ii) current taken from the main circuit.

Theory

Question details

Exam body
WAEC
Subject
Physics
Year
2007
Question no.
#14
Type
Theory

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