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In a pure resistive circuit__________?

Correct answer: D. current is in phase with the voltage

  • A. current lags behind the voltage by 90°
  • B. current leads the voltage by 90°
  • C. current can lead or lag the voltage by 90°
  • D. current is in phase with the voltage

Explanation

Ohm's law gives i = v/R for a pure resistor, so voltage and current reach their peaks and zero crossings together. A 90° phase difference belongs to ideal inductive or capacitive circuits, not resistance.

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