TransformersQuestion 1436 of 1506

A transformer must change 240 V to 24 V. The primary winding has 480 turns. How many turns must the secondary winding have?

  1. 528 turns
  2. 48.0 turns
  3. 432 turns
  4. 480 turns
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Correct answer: 48.0 turns

Ns = Np × (Vs ÷ Vp) = 480 × (24 ÷ 240) = 48 turns.

Source: Computed, 1.1: What is Alternating Current (AC)?

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