What are the reasons for high current in motor?

What are the reasons for high current in motor?
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a. High frequency – at 51 Hz current will be 105% of the normal current.

b. Low frequency – at 47.8 Hz current will be 102% of the normal current.

c. High voltage.

d. Under voltage.

e. Mechanical over loading.

f. Process requirement. 
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