Power factor and three-phaseQuestion 1414 of 1506

A balanced delta-connected load has a phase current of 30 A. What is the line current?

  1. 52.0 A
  2. 60.0 A
  3. 17.3 A
  4. 90.0 A
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Correct answer: 52.0 A

In a balanced delta, line current = phase current × √3 = 30 × 1.732 = 52.0 A.

Source: Computed, 7.5: Three-phase Y and Delta Configurations

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026