Electro Magnetic Induction And Alternating Currents Question 88

Question: A 40 W electric heater is connected to a 200 V, 50 Hz mains supply. The peak value of electric current flowing in the circuit is approximately [MP PET 1992]

Options:

A) 2.5 A

B) 5.0 A

C) 7 A

D) 10 A

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Answer:

Correct Answer: C

Solution:

$ {i_{r.m.s.}}=\frac{{V_{r.m.s.}}}{R}=\frac{200}{40}=5\ A $

Þ $ i_{0}={i_{r.m.s.}}\sqrt{2}=7.07\ A $



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