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**Question 48:**
An inductor has an inductive reactance of 12 ohms (Ω), and a wire resistance of 16 ohms (Ω). What is the impedance of the inductor?

**Options:**
a. 4 Ω  
b. 20 Ω  
c. 28 Ω  
d. 400 Ω  

**Explanation:**
Impedance in an inductor is calculated using the formula:
\[ Z = \sqrt{R^2 + X_L^2} \]
where \( Z \) is the impedance, \( R \) is the resistance, and \( X_L \) is the inductive reactance. 

In this case:
\[ R = 16 \, \Omega \]
\[ X_L = 12 \, \Omega \]

Substitute the values:
\[ Z = \sqrt{16^2 + 12^2} \]
\[ Z = \sqrt{256 + 144} \]
\[ Z = \sqrt{400} \]
\[ Z = 20 \, \Omega \]

The correct answer is option b. 20 Ω.
Transcribed Image Text:**Question 48:** An inductor has an inductive reactance of 12 ohms (Ω), and a wire resistance of 16 ohms (Ω). What is the impedance of the inductor? **Options:** a. 4 Ω b. 20 Ω c. 28 Ω d. 400 Ω **Explanation:** Impedance in an inductor is calculated using the formula: \[ Z = \sqrt{R^2 + X_L^2} \] where \( Z \) is the impedance, \( R \) is the resistance, and \( X_L \) is the inductive reactance. In this case: \[ R = 16 \, \Omega \] \[ X_L = 12 \, \Omega \] Substitute the values: \[ Z = \sqrt{16^2 + 12^2} \] \[ Z = \sqrt{256 + 144} \] \[ Z = \sqrt{400} \] \[ Z = 20 \, \Omega \] The correct answer is option b. 20 Ω.
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