Asked by
Madison Fitch
on Dec 18, 2024
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In a parallel circuit, ET = 240 V, R = 30 Ω , and XL = 40 Ω . What is the power factor?
A) 33%
B) 75%
C) 80%
D) 90%
Power Factor
A dimensionless number between -1 and 1 that represents the phase difference between the voltage and current in an alternating current (AC) electrical circuit.
Parallel Circuit
A circuit configuration where components are connected across each other's points, allowing multiple paths for the current to flow.
Inductive Reactance
A property of an electrical circuit element that opposes the change in current flow, especially notable in coils or inductors, affected by frequency and inductance.
- Understand and calculate the power factor in parallel circuits and its importance in AC circuit analysis.
Verified Answer
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Learning Objectives
- Understand and calculate the power factor in parallel circuits and its importance in AC circuit analysis.