Question

The ratio of the sum of individual maximum demands to the maximum demand on power station is known as:

• A. Load factor
• B. Plant use factor
• C. Plant capacity factor
• D. Diversity factor

Hint:

Diversity factor helps in understanding the variation in electricity consumption patterns across different loads.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

The diversity factor is the ratio of the sum of individual maximum demands to the maximum demand on the power station. It is used to account for the variations in the demand of different consumers.