Understanding Rms Current: Definition, Calculation, and Resolved Issues

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rl.bhat

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Find the inductive reactance XL.
Total impedance Z = Sqrt(R^2 + XL^2)
I = V/Z

magnifik

rl.bhat said:

Find the inductive reactance XL.
Total impedance Z = Sqrt(R^2 + XL^2)
I = V/Z

why should i use this formula instead of the above??

rl.bhat

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Because the circuit includes a resistance and an inductor.