In power station practice “spinning reserve” is: – McqOptions

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1.	In power station practice “spinning reserve” is:
A.	Reserve generating capacity that is in operation but not in service
B.	Reserve generating capacity that is connected to the bus and ready to take the load
C.	Reserve generating capacity that is available for service but not in operation
D.	The capacity of the part of the plant that remains under maintenance
Answer» C. Reserve generating capacity that is available for service but not in operation

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