A resistor,inductor,and capacitor are connected in series,each with an effective (rms)voltage of 65 V,140 V,and 90 V,respectively.What is the magnitude of the phase angle between the current and applied voltage phasors in this circuit?
A) 38°
B) 28°
C) 22°
D) 43°

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The phase angle φ in an RLC series circuit is given by tan(φ) = (V_L - V_C) / V_R. Here, V_L = 140 V, V_C = 90 V, and V_R = 65 V. So, tan(φ) = (140 - 90) / 65 = 50 / 65. Calculating φ gives approximately 38°.

A Resistor,inductor,and Capacitor Are Connected in Series,each with an Effective