A circuit consists of 18 volts battery, a 72 mH inductor and two 50 ohms resistors connected in parallel. a) Find the characteristic time constant for the circuit. b) What is the current in the circuit at two characteristic time intervals after the switch is closed? c) A long-time-interval after the switch is closed 0000 L R R

A circuit consists of 18 volts battery, a 72 mH inductor and two 50 ohms resistors connected in parallel. a) Find the characteristic time constant for the circuit. b) What is the current in the circuit at two characteristic time intervals after the switch is closed? c) A long-time-interval after the switch is closed 0000 L R R

Physics for Scientists and Engineers: Foundations and Connections

1st Edition

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Author:Katz, Debora M.

Publisher:Katz, Debora M.

Chapter33: Inductors And Ac Circuits

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 16PQ: In Figure 33.9A (page 1052), the switch is closed at a at t = 0. Find an expression for the power...

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