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AC generationQuestion 166 of 1506

How many full cycles does a six-pole alternator make in one turn of the shaft?

  1. 6
  2. 3
  3. 2
  4. 1
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Correct answer: 3

Each pair of poles gives one cycle per turn, so 6 ÷ 2 = 3 cycles.

Source: Trigonometry and Single Phase AC Generation for Electricians (Flinn), 3.5: Frequency and Alternators

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026