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← ScienceWhich consequence results when impedance mismatches impede wave propagation within high-voltage transmission lines connecting power plants?
A)Increased reactive power losses✓
B)Reduced transmission line inductance
C)Improved power factor correction
D)Decreased corona discharge effects
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Increased reactive power losses occur because when the impedance is mismatched, the wave experiences reflection (standing wave), which is wave interference. This causes voltage and current standing waves; therefore, increased reactive power occurs rather than delivering real power. It exacerbates losses.
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