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Question 10.8: A transformer rated 250 kVA, 4160 V/480 V, 60 Hz has an impe...

A transformer rated 250 kVA, 4160 V/480 V, 60 Hz has an impedance of 5.1%. Calculate
a. the base impedance on the primary and secondary side
b. the total internal impedance Z_{ p } of the transformer referred to the primary side

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