For an induction machine rated at 150 V and 3.5 kW, with 90% efficiency, if the armature current is increased to 200% of its rated value, the machine's rated current would be ______?

Answer: 2 times the rated current
Explanation

If the armature current is maintained at 200% of its rated value, the machine's rated current would be 2 times the rated current.

This is because the current is doubled from its rated value.

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