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15.26: Power in an AC Circuit (Q15.4.7)

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    Calculate the rms currents for an ac source is given by \(\displaystyle v(t)=V_0 \sinωt,\) where \(\displaystyle V_0=100V\) and \(\displaystyle ω=200π \: rad/s\) when connected across

    (a) a 20-μF capacitor,

    (b) a 20-mH inductor, and

    (c) a 50-Ω resistor.

    Text Question

    Calculate the rms currents for an ac source is given by \(\displaystyle v(t)=V_0 \sinωt,\) where \(\displaystyle V_0=100V\) and \(\displaystyle ω=200π \: rad/s\) when connected across

    (a) a 20-μF capacitor,

    (b) a 20-mH inductor, and

    (c) a 50-Ω resistor.

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    N/A

    Answer

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    Solution

    a. 0.89 A;

    b. 5.6A;

    c. 1.4 A

    Hint

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    Notes

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