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The synchronous speed of a 2-pole, 60 Hz AC motor is:

Synchronous speed (Ns) is calculated using the formula Ns = (120 * Frequency) / Number of Poles. For a 2-pole, 60 Hz motor, Ns = (120 * 60) / 2 = 7200 / 2 = 360

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Question: The synchronous speed of a 2-pole, 60 Hz AC motor is:

Answer options:

  • 1800 revolutions per minute (rpm). ✅ 3600 revolutions per minute (rpm).
  • 1200 revolutions per minute (rpm).
  • 900 revolutions per minute (rpm).

Correct answer: 3600 revolutions per minute (rpm).

Explanation: Synchronous speed (Ns) is calculated using the formula Ns = (120 * Frequency) / Number of Poles. For a 2-pole, 60 Hz motor, Ns = (120 * 60) / 2 = 7200 / 2 = 3600 rpm.

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