JEE MainPhysicsAlternating Current
An alternating current is given by the equation i = 6 (100 t) + 8 (100 t) ampere. The RMS value of this current is
Options
- A10 ~A
- B5 2 ~A
- C7 2 ~A
- D14 ~A
Correct answer
B. 5 2 ~A
Step-by-step solution
The given current equation is i = 6 (100 t) + 8 (100 t) . This represents the superposition of two alternating currents with a phase difference of 2 . The resultant peak current i₀ can be found using phasor addition: i₀ = 6^2 + 8^2 = 36 + 64 = 100 = 10 ~A The RMS value of the current is given by: i_ rms = i₀ 2 = 10 2 = 5 2 ~A Answer: 5 2 ~A