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Question

In an AC circuit, the power factor -

Options

A.is zero when the circuit contains an ideal resistance only
B.is unity when the circuit contains an ideal resistance only
C.is zero when the circuit contains an ideal inductance only
D.is unity when the circuit contains an ideal inductance only

Solution

Power factor = R/Z
So Ans is B & C

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