Practice Frequency Control (detailed) (6.3.6.3) - Power Systems and Smart Grid Fundamentals
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Frequency Control (Detailed)

Practice - Frequency Control (Detailed)

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

Define frequency control.

💡 Hint: Think about what happens when generation and load are not balanced.

Question 2 Easy

What is primary frequency control?

💡 Hint: Which control method reacts quickly to changes in frequency?

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Question 1

What is the main purpose of frequency control?

To balance load and generation
To monitor weather conditions
To schedule maintenance

💡 Hint: Think about what keeps the power system running smoothly.

Question 2

True or False: Secondary frequency control acts faster than primary frequency control.

True
False

💡 Hint: Which method reacts immediately to frequency changes?

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Challenge 1 Hard

A power system has a sudden 1 MW drop in load. Calculate the immediate corrective actions needed by primary frequency control to maintain system stability.

💡 Hint: Consider the instantaneous response needed.

Challenge 2 Hard

Describe the sequence of operations for restoring frequency after an event that causes a dip followed by a rise in load.

💡 Hint: Think about both immediate and longer-term adjustments.

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