An a.c circuit of e.m.f 12V has a resistor of resistance 8Ω connected in series...

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An a.c circuit of e.m.f 12V has a resistor of resistance 8Ω connected in series to an inductor of inductive reactance 16Ω and a capacitor capacitive reactance 10Ω. The current flow in the circuit is

A. 1.4A
B. 1.2A
C. 12.0A
D. 14.0A

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation

Current (I) in the circuit = ^V/_Z
But z =
√ R² + (X_L - X_C)²

=
√ 8² + (16 – 10) ²

=
√ 64 + 36

=
√ 100 = 10Ω

∴ Current (I) = ^V/_Z = ¹²/₁₀ = 1.2 A

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