Asked in Premeth 2025 — Biomolecules, Nuclear Physics, Alternating Current, Comprehension 2025Moderate

In an A.C circuit with resistor only, the current and voltage have a phase angle of:

Correct answer: B. 0o

  • A. 90o
  • B. 0o
  • C. 180o
  • D. None of these

Explanation

This is the correct answer. In a purely resistive A.C circuit, the current and voltage are in phase with each other, meaning they are synchronized and have no phase difference. They reach their maximum values and change direction simultaneously.

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