A single 50 mH inductor forms a complete circuit when connected to an ac voltage source at 120 V and 60 Hz. a) What is the inductive reactance of the circuit? b) How much current is in the circuit? (Assume negligible resistance.) c)What is the phase angle between the current and the applied voltage? (Assume negligible resistance.)

A single 50 mH inductor forms a complete circuit when connected to an ac voltage source at 120 V and 60 Hz. a) What is the inductive reactance of the circuit? b) How much current is in the circuit? (Assume negligible resistance.) c)What is the phase angle between the current and the applied voltage? (Assume negligible resistance.)

Physics for Scientists and Engineers: Foundations and Connections

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Author:Katz, Debora M.

Publisher:Katz, Debora M.

Chapter33: Inductors And Ac Circuits

Section: Chapter Questions

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