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Question
Differentiate between the peak value and root mean square value of analternating current.
Distinguish Between
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Solution
| parameter | Peak Value (I0) | Root Mean Square (RMS) Value (Irms) |
| Definition | The maximum value of AC during a cycle. | The effective value of AC that produces the same heating effect as DC. |
| Symbol | I0 | Irms and Irms = `I_0/sqrt 2` |
| Value | Always greater than Irms. | 70.7% of I0. |
| Significance | Represents that highest instantaneous. | Represents the useful power output. |
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