Eddy current losses in transformer cores can be reduced by the use of 

1. Solid cores 

2. Laminated cores 

3. Ferrites 

Select the correct answer using the codes given below : (a) 2 and 3 only (b). 1 and 2 only (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3

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Eddy current losses in transformer cores can be reduced by the use of 

1. Solid cores 

2. Laminated cores 

3. Ferrites 


Select the correct answer using the codes given below : (a) 2 and 3 only (b). 1 and 2 only (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3

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