PJM GENERATOR COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW
2026 VERIFIED QUESTIONS AND
SOLUTIONS
◉Based on a generator capability curve, in order to maximize the
MVAR output of the generator, it may be necessary to:. Answer:
decrease MW output
◉It would be an acceptable action for PJM to request of a generator
during periods of heavy flows (load) and low voltages to lower real-
time power output to .... Answer: increase reactive power
◉lowering the generator's current and increasing the voltage will
also increase:. Answer: MVARs (reactive power)
◉PJM dispatches supply resources in what order to meet customer
demand?. Answer: lowest to highest cost
◉If supply exceeds demand, what will system frequency be?.
Answer: greater than 60 Hz
,◉The winter load shape in PJM is characterized by two peaks,
true/false?. Answer: true
◉The two categories of reserve in system restoration are ___ and ___.
Answer: dynamic/Quick start, spinning
◉Which of the following would not be considered BES equipment
according to NERC? 69 kV, 138, 345, 500. Answer: 69 kV (<100kV)
◉RT bus prices may be monitored using. Answer: eData
◉Under normal operating conditions, what is the limit that will
provide the lowest output level of a generating unit. Answer: eco
min
◉name the limits that must be submitted to PJM for generating
units. Answer: eco min, eco max, emergency max
◉In order for your generator to qualify to supply regulation in the
PJM Reg market, it must be able to respond and attain its desired
output within how many minutes?. Answer: 5 mins
◉Your system has a 300 MW steam unit, but due to oil deliveries,
the on-site fuel supply is diminishing. What is the hourly threshold
, for reporting to PJM that the unit cannot operate at its maximum
capacity due to the fuel limitation. Answer: 72 Hours (bc its steam)
◉If a generator is self-scheduled, what is the minimum notification
time required in order for the MW output to be adjusted?. Answer:
20 mins prior to change
◉Have the ability to close unit onto a Dead Bus within ___ of the
request to star. Answer: 3 hours
◉black start units must have the ability to run ___ hours. Answer: 16
◉How long do PJM reg tests normally run?. Answer: 40 mins
◉How often are LMPs calculated for the Real Time market?. Answer:
every 5 mins
◉According to NERC, Disturbance Control Standard must respond in
___. Answer: 15 min
◉How many black start restoration units are required by NERC per
RTO?. Answer: 2 units
2026 VERIFIED QUESTIONS AND
SOLUTIONS
◉Based on a generator capability curve, in order to maximize the
MVAR output of the generator, it may be necessary to:. Answer:
decrease MW output
◉It would be an acceptable action for PJM to request of a generator
during periods of heavy flows (load) and low voltages to lower real-
time power output to .... Answer: increase reactive power
◉lowering the generator's current and increasing the voltage will
also increase:. Answer: MVARs (reactive power)
◉PJM dispatches supply resources in what order to meet customer
demand?. Answer: lowest to highest cost
◉If supply exceeds demand, what will system frequency be?.
Answer: greater than 60 Hz
,◉The winter load shape in PJM is characterized by two peaks,
true/false?. Answer: true
◉The two categories of reserve in system restoration are ___ and ___.
Answer: dynamic/Quick start, spinning
◉Which of the following would not be considered BES equipment
according to NERC? 69 kV, 138, 345, 500. Answer: 69 kV (<100kV)
◉RT bus prices may be monitored using. Answer: eData
◉Under normal operating conditions, what is the limit that will
provide the lowest output level of a generating unit. Answer: eco
min
◉name the limits that must be submitted to PJM for generating
units. Answer: eco min, eco max, emergency max
◉In order for your generator to qualify to supply regulation in the
PJM Reg market, it must be able to respond and attain its desired
output within how many minutes?. Answer: 5 mins
◉Your system has a 300 MW steam unit, but due to oil deliveries,
the on-site fuel supply is diminishing. What is the hourly threshold
, for reporting to PJM that the unit cannot operate at its maximum
capacity due to the fuel limitation. Answer: 72 Hours (bc its steam)
◉If a generator is self-scheduled, what is the minimum notification
time required in order for the MW output to be adjusted?. Answer:
20 mins prior to change
◉Have the ability to close unit onto a Dead Bus within ___ of the
request to star. Answer: 3 hours
◉black start units must have the ability to run ___ hours. Answer: 16
◉How long do PJM reg tests normally run?. Answer: 40 mins
◉How often are LMPs calculated for the Real Time market?. Answer:
every 5 mins
◉According to NERC, Disturbance Control Standard must respond in
___. Answer: 15 min
◉How many black start restoration units are required by NERC per
RTO?. Answer: 2 units
