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Which one of the following options represents possible voltage polarities in a single-phase two winding transformer? Here, \( V_p \) is the applied primary voltage, \( E_p \) is the induced primary voltage, \( V_s \) is the open circuit secondary voltage, and \( E_s \) is the induced secondary voltage.

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Remember that transformer polarities depend on Lenz's law and consistent voltage directions.
Updated On: Jan 23, 2025
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The Correct Option is B

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Step 1: Transformer voltage polarities. In a transformer: \section*{Transformer Voltage Polarities} The applied primary voltage (\(V_p\)), induced primary voltage (\(E_p\)), open circuit secondary voltage (\(V_s\)), and induced secondary voltage (\(E_s\)) are key parameters in transformer operation. In a single-phase, two-winding transformer, the polarities of the induced voltages (\(E_p\) and \(E_s\)) are always opposite to their corresponding applied voltages (\(V_p\) and \(V_s\)) due to Lenz's Law. This means that: When the top terminal of the primary winding (marked with \(V_p\)) is negative, the top terminal of the secondary winding (marked with \(V_s\)) will be positive. Conversely, when the top terminal of the primary winding is positive, the top terminal of the secondary winding will be negative. Hence, the correct option is (B).
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