MDCAT Physics MCQ #132

A device is connected to a power source, and its impedance is measured to be 10 Ω. If the resistance is 5 Ω and the inductive reactance is 8 Ω, what is the capacitive reactance?

MDCAT Physics MCQ #132

  1. Question 1

    Q1. A device is connected to a power source, and its impedance is measured to be 10 Ω. If the resistance is 5 Ω and the inductive reactance is 8 Ω, what is the capacitive reactance?

    • A) 5 Ω
    • B) 8 Ω
    • C) 12 Ω
    • D) 15 Ω

    Answer: 12 Ω

    Explanation: The capacitive reactance is given by Xc = √(R^2 - Xl^2) = √(5^2 - 8^2) = 12 Ω.