Question

The diagram shows a capacitor C and a resistor R connected in series to an ac source. $V_1$ and $V_2$ are voltmeters and A is an ammeter


Consider now the following statements

1) Readings in A and $V_2$ are always in phase
2) Reading in $V_1$ is ahead in phase with reading in $V_2$
3) Readings in A and $V_1$ are always in phase which of these statements are / is correct

• A. I only
• B. II only
• C. I and II only
• D. II and III only

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

I only


In RC series circuit voltage across the capacitor lags the voltage across the resistance by $\frac{\pi }{2}$