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In a pure inductive circuit, what is the phase relationship between the voltage and the current?

  1. A.Voltage lags current by 90 degrees
  2. B.Voltage leads current by 90 degrees
  3. C.Voltage and current are in phase
  4. D.Voltage leads current by 180 degrees
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Correct answer: BVoltage leads current by 90 degrees

Solution

In a pure inductor, the back EMF opposes the change in current, causing the current to lag behind the voltage. Therefore, the voltage leads the current by a phase angle of 90 degrees.

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