Meaning Of The Word Power factor

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What's The Definition Of Power factor?

power factor in British English
noun: (in an electrical circuit) the ratio of the power dissipated to the product of the input volts times amps

power factor in Electrical Engineering
noun: A power factor is the ratio of the active power consumed by a component or circuit to the apparent power.

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