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What type of loads/devices are considered constant power loads in the context provided?
What type of loads/devices are considered constant power loads in the context provided?
- Microwaves and toasters
- PCs, laptops, LED TVs, lamps (correct)
- Mobile phones and tablets
- Refrigerators and air conditioners
What role do batteries play in the scenario of PV/Wind sources?
What role do batteries play in the scenario of PV/Wind sources?
- Providing excess power to overload the system
- Acting as a variable power sink only
- Balancing generated power with consumed power (correct)
- Acting as a variable power source throughout
Why is it important for an off-grid PV/Wind system to have a well-sized battery bank according to the text?
Why is it important for an off-grid PV/Wind system to have a well-sized battery bank according to the text?
- To reduce the cost of the system
- To prevent frequent turn off of loads during power shortage regions (correct)
- To increase the system's efficiency
- To lower the maintenance required for the system
What is the significance of having a device that can act as a variable power sink/source according to the text?
What is the significance of having a device that can act as a variable power sink/source according to the text?
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Why do off-grid PV/Wind systems need to include a well-sized battery bank?
Why do off-grid PV/Wind systems need to include a well-sized battery bank?
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