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A thyristor has a turn on time of 6 μs. If the anode circuit is inductive, the turn on time will be

6 μs
less than 6μs
more than 6 μs
either 6 μs or less

Correct Answer: more than 6 μs

Explanation:

Inductive load increases the turn on time.

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