In a parallel RLC circuit, where I_R = IR_{, max} sin(ωt), the current through the inductor, I_L, is A) I_L = −IL_{, max} sin(ωt). B) I_L = IL_{, max} sin(ωt). C) I_L = −IL_{, max} cos(ωt). D) I_L = IL_{, max} cos(ωt). E) I_L = IL_{, max} tan(ωt).

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In a parallel RLC circuit, the current through the inductor leads the current through the resistor by 90 degrees, hence it is represented by a cosine function with a negative sign.

In a Parallel RLC Circuit, Where IR = IR, Max

In a Parallel RLC Circuit, Where I_R = IR_{, Max}