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[11.13] A single-phase bridge rectifier has a purely resistive load R=10 Ohms, the peak supply voltage Vm=170 V, and the supply frequency f=60 Hz. Determine the average output voltage of the rectifier if the source inductance is negligible.

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a) Vd=120.13 V
b) Vd=113.32 V
c) Vd=150.42 V
d) Vd=80.41 V

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The function Vi = VmSin(x) is examined. A single-phase bridge rectifier is given.

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