A 20ohms resistor is connected in series with an inductor, a capacitor and an ammeter across a 25V variable frequency supply. When the frequency is 400Hz the current is at the maximum value of 0.5A and the p.d. across the capacitor is 150V. Calculate the capacitance of the capacitor and the resistance and inductance of the inductor.

A 20ohms resistor is connected in series with an inductor, a capacitor and an ammeter across a 25V variable frequency supply. When the frequency is 400Hz the current is at the maximum value of 0.5A and the p.d. across the capacitor is 150V. Calculate the capacitance of the capacitor and the resistance and inductance of the inductor.

Delmar's Standard Textbook Of Electricity

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Author:Stephen L. Herman

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Chapter21: Resistive-capacitive Series Circuits

Section: Chapter Questions

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