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Which one of the following options is correct regarding the typical double-squirrel-cage structure used in induction motors?
A
At starting, a larger portion of the rotor current flows in the outer cage
B
At starting, a larger portion of the rotor current flows in the inner cage
C
At rated speed, most of the rotor current flows in the outer cage
D
The purpose of the double-squirrel-cage structure is to lower the effective rotor resistance at starting

Correct : a

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