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A resistor, inductor, and capacitor are connected in parallel with a function generator. Calculate the apparent...

A resistor, inductor, and capacitor are connected in parallel with a function generator. Calculate the apparent power of the circuit.

Enter your answer in VA but do not enter the unit. Round to the nearest whole VA.

VT = 117V RMS, R = 170Ω, XL = 169Ω, XC = 46Ω

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Expert Solution

The equivalent resistance of 'n' number of resistances connected in parallel is,

All of the above is true in case of reactances and impedances also.

The apparent power in an AC circuit is,

Note : 1) All the calculation is done using Engineering calculator.

2) Any doubts regarding the solution provided should be asked in the comments section.


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