AC generationQuestion 382 of 1506

A generator rotor is turned faster in the same magnetic field. What happens to the output voltage?

It decreases
It increases
It stays the same
It changes to DC

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Correct answer: It increases

Faster movement of the conductor gives a higher voltage.

Source: Electrical Fundamentals Competency (Industry Training Authority of BC), 3.2: Electricity and Magnetism

Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026

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