Problem 2: Nuclear Plant Load Factor The reference mode of the load factor of a Nuclear Power Plant is presented in Figure 2. Average Load Factor, % 100 80 60 40 20 0 1978 Nuclear Plant Load Factor 1980 1982 1984 1986 1988 1990 1992 Figure 2: Nuclear Power Plant Load Factor 1. Identify the negative loops that might be responsible for the behavior shown in Figure 2 2. Sketch a causal loop diagram to capture the loops you identify 3. What counterforces might prevent the state of the system from reaching its goal?

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Problem 2: Nuclear Plant Load Factor
The reference mode of the load factor of a Nuclear Power Plant is presented in Figure 2.
Average Load Factor, %
100
80
60.
40
20
0
1978
Nuclear Plant Load Factor
1980 1982 1984 1986 1988 1990 1992
Figure 2: Nuclear Power Plant Load Factor
1. Identify the negative loops that might be responsible for the behavior shown in Figure 2
2. Sketch a causal loop diagram to capture the loops you identify
3. What counterforces might prevent the state of the system from reaching its goal?
Transcribed Image Text:Problem 2: Nuclear Plant Load Factor The reference mode of the load factor of a Nuclear Power Plant is presented in Figure 2. Average Load Factor, % 100 80 60. 40 20 0 1978 Nuclear Plant Load Factor 1980 1982 1984 1986 1988 1990 1992 Figure 2: Nuclear Power Plant Load Factor 1. Identify the negative loops that might be responsible for the behavior shown in Figure 2 2. Sketch a causal loop diagram to capture the loops you identify 3. What counterforces might prevent the state of the system from reaching its goal?
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