Current (y-axis) against time (x-axis) graph -- help please

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Homework Help Overview

The discussion revolves around a request to draw a graph of current against time, specifically illustrating an alternating current of 50 Hz with a peak value of 12 V. The subject area includes concepts related to electrical circuits and graphing techniques.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Assumption checking

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • The original poster attempts to understand how to represent alternating current graphically, while some participants express confusion about the assignment details, particularly the use of voltage instead of current measurements.

Discussion Status

The discussion is ongoing, with participants exploring the requirements of the assignment and questioning the clarity of the original poster's request. Some guidance has been offered regarding resources for learning about graphing, but no consensus has been reached on the specifics of the task.

Contextual Notes

There appears to be a misunderstanding regarding the relationship between current and voltage, as well as the terminology used in the assignment. This may affect how participants approach the problem.

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Please, can someone give me some help?

The question is:

Draw a graph of current (y-axis) against time (x-axis) to illustrate exactly what is meant by an alternating current of 50 Hz and peak value 12 V?

My attempt:

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I really have no idea how to do it, literally, my teacher haven't taught us that yer... I beg for help please ...
 
wakakabakaka said:
I really have no idea how to do it, literally, my teacher haven't taught us that yer... I beg for help please ...

Look for help on-line. Google 'plotting graphs', or something similar. Alternatively, consult your textbook, if you have one.

The point is that trying to explain how to plot graphs in a PF message is impractical; all the explanations and details have already been written up by others, and the explanations are readily available.
 
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Are you sure you have the correct assignment? Your OP mentions plotting current against time, and then you mention an alternating current of 50 Hz with a peak value of 12 V. Volts are not used to measure current, which is supposed to be measured in units of amperes.
 

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