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Define the term power factor of a series LCR circuit. - Physics

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Define the term power factor of a series LCR circuit.

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Solution

It is defined as the ratio of real power to apparent power in an AC circuit. Mathematically, it is the cosine of the phase angle (Φ) between voltage and current.

cos Φ = `R/Z`

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2025-2026 (March) 55/4/1 (with solutions)
Q 32. (a) (i) (1) (II) | 1 mark
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