An inductive impedance Z₁ is connected in series with a 5 ohm resistance. When 50 V at 60 Hz is applied to the series combination, the voltage across Z₁ is 36.83 V and that across the 5 ohm resistance is 25 V. Find the total power factor of the circuit. Select the correct response:

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An inductive impedance Z₁ is connected in series with a 5 ohm resistance. When 50 V at 60 Hz is applied to the series combination,
the voltage across Z₁ is 36.83 V and that across the 5 ohm resistance is 25 V. Find the total power factor of the circuit.
Select the correct response:
0.82 leading
0.28 lagging
0.28 leading
0.82 lagging
Transcribed Image Text:An inductive impedance Z₁ is connected in series with a 5 ohm resistance. When 50 V at 60 Hz is applied to the series combination, the voltage across Z₁ is 36.83 V and that across the 5 ohm resistance is 25 V. Find the total power factor of the circuit. Select the correct response: 0.82 leading 0.28 lagging 0.28 leading 0.82 lagging
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