Question R1 Q1 - NSB Double Elimination 2012

The root mean square current of an alternating current is equal to the direct current that does which of the following?

W) Dissipates an equal amount of power in a resistor as the peak power dissipated by the alternating current

X) Dissipates an equal amount of power in a resistor as the average power dissipated by the alternating current

Y) Produces the same average voltage across a resistor as the alternating current would

Z) Provides the same average current in a resistor as the alternating current would

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