Power factor and three-phaseQuestion 1389 of 1506

A single-phase load draws 8 A from a 240 V supply. What is the apparent power?

  1. 19.2 kVA
  2. 0.192 kVA
  3. 1.11 kVA
  4. 1.92 kVA
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Correct answer: 1.92 kVA

S = V × I = 240 V × 8 A = 1920 VA = 1.92 kVA.

Source: Computed, 11.2: True, Reactive, and Apparent Power

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026