A resistor and a capacitor are connected in series across a 150V AC supply. When the frequency is 40Hz the circuit draws 5A. When the frequency is increased to 50Hz, it draws 6A. Find the values of resistance and capacitance. Also find the power drawn in the second case.

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A resistor and a capacitor are connected in series across a 150V AC supply. When the
frequency is 40Hz the circuit draws 5A. When the frequency is increased to 50Hz, it
draws 6A. Find the values of resistance and capacitance. Also find the power drawn in
the second case.
Transcribed Image Text:A resistor and a capacitor are connected in series across a 150V AC supply. When the frequency is 40Hz the circuit draws 5A. When the frequency is increased to 50Hz, it draws 6A. Find the values of resistance and capacitance. Also find the power drawn in the second case.
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