The inductor has an inductance of 0.5 is connected to 50 hertz ac source, what is the inductive reactance of the inductor?

Correct answer: C. 157

  • A. 94.2
  • B. 1.57
  • C. 157
  • D. 9,421

Explanation

Inductive reactance is the opposition offered by the inductor in the AC circuit to the flow of AC current. Inductive reactance= = wL = 2pifL = 2*3.14*50*0.5= = 157 ohm

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