Currents of the 3rd harmonic and odd multiples of the 3rd harmonic (9th, 15th, 21st, etc.)add together in the common neutral conductor of a 3-phase system, instead of canceling each other. These odd multiples are referred to as ____.
A)triplens
B)doublens
C)triple harmonies
D)common harmonics

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Triplens are the 3rd harmonic and its odd multiples (9th, 15th, 21st, etc.) that add together in the neutral conductor of a 3-phase system, rather than canceling out.

Currents of the 3rd Harmonic and Odd Multiples of the 3rd