In a series RL circuit, as the phase angle between the applied voltage and the total current increases, this is the same as:
A)power factor increasing.
B)true power decreasing.
C)power factor decreasing.
D)apparent power decreasing.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The phase angle between the applied voltage and the total current represents the power factor, which is defined as the ratio of true power (or real power) to apparent power. As the phase angle increases, the power factor decreases, indicating a greater difference between the true power (the actual energy being consumed) and the apparent power (the product of voltage and current). Therefore, choice C is the correct option.

In a Series RL Circuit, as the Phase Angle Between