Physics Laboratory Manual
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ISBN: 9781133950639
Author: David Loyd
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Chapter 37, Problem 1PLA
50639-37-1PLA AID: 1825 | 11/04/2020
To determine
The relationship between the generator voltage, the capacitor voltage and the resistor voltage.
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Answer to Problem 1PLA
Option (c)
Explanation of Solution
For a series circuit with a capacitor, resistor and a generator, its corresponding voltages form a right triangle.
In
Conclusion:
- (a) From figure, the generator voltage
- (b) From figure, the generator voltage
- (c) From figure, the capacitor’s voltage
- (d) From figure, the generator voltage
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