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QuestionA Wattmeter indicates that 469 watts of power is used byla eight horsepower electric motor (induction load), when it is connected to 215 volts and operates at 24 amps . What is the approximate power factor for this motor? Information: Voltage == Amperage ×\times Resistance Wattage of Induction Load == Voltage ×\times Amperage ×\times Power Factor a. 0.74 power factor b. 0.91 power factor c. 1.09\quad 1.09 power factor d. 8.95 power factor

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The approximate power factor for this motor is **0.91**, which corresponds to answer choice **(b)**.

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