A 3-phase induction motor if the leakage reactance is reduced by ___

A 3-phase induction motor if the leakage reactance is reduced by using open slots

A. starting torque and starting current will decrease but power factor will increase.
B. starting torque and starting current both will increase but power factor will decrease.
C. pull-out torque will decrease.
D. starting current will increase but starting torque will decrease.

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Answer: B

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