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4.5.5 The d.c. motor

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Question 4

A simple direct-current (DC) motor consists of a coil of wire suspended in a magnetic field.

Which change would result in a decrease in the turning effect (torque) on the coil?

A

Decrease the potential difference of the power supply.

B

Increase the number of turns of wire on the coil.

C

Replace the permanent magnets with stronger ones.

D

Insert a soft iron core into the center of the coil.

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