If the instantaneous current in a circuit is given by I = A sin (wt) ampere, the RMS value of the current is:
Correct answer: B. A/√2
- A. 2A
- B. A/√2
- C. 2√2A
- D. Zero
Explanation
The instantaneous current is given by I = A sin (wt). Here, A represents the peak current Imax. The RMS (Root Mean Square) value of an AC current is calculated using the formula Irms = Imax / √2. Therefore, substituting Imax = A, we get Irms = A/√2.Option A (2A) is incorrect as it does not follow the RMS formula. Option C (2√2A) is incorrect for the same reason as it does not align with the RMS calculation. Option D (Zero) is incorrect because a non-zero peak current cannot have an RMS value of zero.
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