Two identical AC induction motors are connected to identical radial-flow centrifugal pumps in identical but separate cooling water systems.
Each motor is rated at 200 hp.
The discharge valve for pump A is fully shut and the discharge valve for pump B is fully open.
Each pump is currently off.
If the pumps are started under these conditions, the shorter time period required to reach a stable running current will be experienced by the motor for pump _____; and the higher stable running current will be experienced by the motor for pump _____.
A. A; A
B. A; B
C. B; A
D. B; B
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Answer: B
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