Concept explainers
The rms and peak currents in the resistor.
Answer to Problem 43P
The peak current is
The rms current is
Explanation of Solution
Given info:
Peak Voltage,
Resistance,
Formula used:
It is known that
Formula to calculate root mean square current;
Where,
Calculation:
First calculate the value of peak current by substituting all the given values:
Now, calculate the value of root mean square current by substituting all the given values:
Conclusion: The peak current is
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