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An emf of 10 V maximum and frequency 20 Hz is applied to to a 20uF capacitor. Find (a) 1 sub max and (b) I sub rms.

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This solution describes in 190 words the difference between AC and DC and how they are related. An attached .pdf file also includes calculations for maximum current and RMS value of the current.

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The main difference between an alternating current and a DC is in their production. DC is produced when two regions with a static potential difference is connected through a conducting wire. But in case of AC, the mode of production is through cyclic or periodic ...

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