If a rotary switch were to be removed and replaced with a sliding tap that made contact directly with the transformer winding, the turns ratio could be adjusted continuously. This type of transformer is commonly referred to as a ____ depending on the manufacturer.
A) Variate
B) Rotarystat
C) Variac or Powerstat
D) Variate or Transtron

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The term commonly used for a transformer with continuously adjustable turns ratio is a Variac or Powerstat, depending on the manufacturer. The other options such as Rotarystat or Transtron are not commonly used terms for this type of transformer.

If a Rotary Switch Were to Be Removed and Replaced