The losses occurring in a D.C. generator are given below. Which loss is likely to have highest proportion at rated load of the generator ?
A)hysteresis loss
B)field copper loss
C)armature copper loss
D)eddy current loss

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At rated load, the armature copper loss, which is proportional to the square of the armature current, tends to be the highest among the losses listed, as the generator operates at its full current capacity.

The Losses Occurring in a D