700-846 · Question #31
What are the benefits of integrating DER applications'?
The correct answer is A. Volt/VAR optimization. Volt/VAR Optimization (VVO) is the primary benefit of integrating DER applications because DERs - such as solar inverters and battery systems - can be coordinated to actively regulate voltage levels and reactive power (VAR) across the distribution network, improving power…
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What are the benefits of integrating DER applications'?
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- AVolt/VAR optimization
- Bmeter read accuracy and efficiency
- Cpredictive and preventive maintenance of the transformers
- Dreliability and efficiency obtained through a dynamic DER
How the community answered
(40 responses)- A88% (35)
- B3% (1)
- C8% (3)
- D3% (1)
Explanation
Volt/VAR Optimization (VVO) is the primary benefit of integrating DER applications because DERs - such as solar inverters and battery systems - can be coordinated to actively regulate voltage levels and reactive power (VAR) across the distribution network, improving power quality and reducing losses. Option B (meter read accuracy) is a benefit of AMI/smart metering technology, not DER integration. Option C (predictive maintenance of transformers) belongs to asset management and monitoring systems, an unrelated function. Option D is essentially circular - it restates "DER" without identifying a distinct, measurable integration benefit. A useful memory tip: think "DER = Distributed Energy Resources helping the grid stay in balance" - VVO is how they do it, by pushing or absorbing reactive power to keep voltages stable across feeders.
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