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In the parallel RC circuit shown, a 360 V (rms) source with =2000 rad/s feeds R=15, and C=25, F in parallel. Find the current in the resistor.

  1. 24 A
  2. 18 A
  3. 30 A
  4. 10.3 A

Answer

A. 24 A

Solution

IR=V/R= 360 V15, =24 A.

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