Shunt field windings are connected in parallel with the armature. They are wound with _____ turns of fairly _____ wire.
A) many; large
B) few; large
C) many; small
D) few; small

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Shunt field windings are designed to have many turns of small gauge wire to create a high resistance path, which allows for a relatively constant current to flow through the winding, regardless of the load on the motor. This design helps in regulating the motor's speed.

Shunt Field Windings Are Connected in Parallel with the Armature