Marine Electrical Systems USCG Question #1272 (Set 43)

How are power transformers rated?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option C — kilovolt amperes

Power transformers are rated in kilovolt-amperes (kVA) rather than kilowatts (kW) because the actual power output depends on the power factor of the connected load. The kVA rating represents the apparent power capacity, ensuring the transformer can handle the total current and voltage stress without exceeding its thermal design limits.

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