Motor rotating at normal speed and then prevented from rotating

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The discussion centers on the behavior of a motor under two conditions: normal rotation and being prevented from rotating. When the motor is rotating, it functions as both a resistor and an electromotive force (emf) source in series. Conversely, when the motor is stopped, it behaves solely as a resistor. The provided formula for current in the circuit illustrates these principles, highlighting the difference in operation modes. Understanding these concepts is crucial for analyzing motor circuits effectively.
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Homework Statement
A generator of electromotive force ##100\, \textrm{V}## and internal resistance ##1\, \Omega## is connected in series to a motor. A voltmeter is connected between the terminals of the generator. When the motor is rotating at normal speed the voltmeter reads ##95\, \textrm{V}## and when the motor is prevented from rotating it reads ##85\, \textrm{V}##. Calculate:
a) the resistance of the motor (R: ##5,67\, \Omega##).
b) the counter-electromotive force of the motor (R: ##66,7\, \textrm{V}##).
c) the useful power of the motor (R: ##334\, \textrm{W}##).
Relevant Equations
Ohm's law
The current of the circuit would be:

$$I=\dfrac{\varepsilon - \varepsilon'}{r+r'}=\dfrac{100-\varepsilon'}{1+r'}$$

But I do not understand the two methods of operation of the engine that the statement talks about: it rotates in normal regime and the engine is prevented from turning. What conclusions could I draw from this?
 
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When the motor is prevented from rotating, it acts as a simple resistor.

When the motor is rotating, it acts as a simple resistor and an emf-source in series.

You might find it useful to draw the two circuits.
 
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Steve4Physics said:
When the motor is prevented from rotating, it acts as a simple resistor.

When the motor is rotating, it acts as a simple resistor and an emf-source in series.

You might find it useful to draw the two circuits.
Thank you very much! With this hint I was able to do the exercise and I got what it says.
 
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