3 phase load draws 250 KW at 0.766 power factor lagging. It is desired to increase the power factor to 0.9 lagging. Find the KVAR of the capacitor needed.

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A. A 3 phase load draws 250 KW at 0.766 power factor lagging. It is desired to increase the power factor to 0.9 lagging. Find the KVAR of the capacitor needed.

 

 

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