An inductive coil has a resistance of 100Ω. When an AC signal of frequency 1000Hz is fed to the coil the applied voltage leads the current by 45Ω. What is the inductance of the coil ?

Correct answer: C. 16mH

  • A. 10mH
  • B. 12mH
  • C. 16mH
  • D. 20mH

Explanation

A voltage-current phase angle of 45° gives tan 45° = XL/R = 1, so XL = 100 ohms. Then L = XL/(2πf) = 100 ohms/(2 x 3.14 x 1000 s^-1) = 0.0159 H = 15.9 mH, approximately 16 mH. Students may choose a or b by omitting the factor 2π or rounding too early.

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