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A source V=48 V with internal resistance Rs=15, supplies a variable load RL, as shown. Find the maximum power that can be delivered to the load.

  1. 38.4 W
  2. 153.6 W
  3. 76.8 W
  4. 19.2 W

Answer

A. 38.4 W

Solution

At RL=Rs, I=V/2Rs and Pmax=V2/4Rs= (48 V)24(15, )=38.4 W.

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