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PHY 102 Test Compilation PHY 102 26 Objective Question

Question

A resistor 20 Ohm and an inductor 500mH are connected in series across a 120V 50Hz source. Calculate the current flowing in the circuit.
Options
A 0.55 A
B 0.76 A
Correct Answer
C 1.69 A
D 2.24 A
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

XL=157.1. Z=sqrt(20^2+157.1^2)=158.3. I=120/158.3=0.76A.

Hint

XL=157.1.

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