As shown in the illustrated alternator protection scheme diagram, what function does the reverse power relay (RP) perform? See illustration EL-0067.

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trips the alternator circuit breaker when the alternator begins to motorize

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trips the alternator circuit breaker when the alternator phase sequence is opposite that of the bus

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trips the alternator circuit breaker when the alternator main field polarity is reversed

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trips the alternator circuit breaker when the alternator prime mover is being driven in the reverse direction

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