A 240 V single-phase AC supply is fed to a load resistor of 100 through a thyristor. If the thyristor is fired at 90°, what is the power consumed by the load?

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A 240 V single-phase AC supply is fed to a load resistor of 100 02 through a thyristor. If the thyristor is fired at 90°, what is the power consumed by the load?
Transcribed Image Text:A 240 V single-phase AC supply is fed to a load resistor of 100 02 through a thyristor. If the thyristor is fired at 90°, what is the power consumed by the load?
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