An induction motor having full load torque of 60 Nm when delta connected develops a starting torque of 120 Nm. For the same supply voltage if the motor is changed to star connection, the starting torque developed will be 

A) 40 Nm B) 60 Nm C) 90 Nm D) 120 Nm

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An induction motor having full load torque of 60 Nm when delta connected develops a starting torque of 120 Nm. For the same supply voltage if the motor is changed to star connection, the starting torque developed will be 40 Nm

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