Physics · Reactance and impedance, LCR series circuit, resonance, power in AC circuits, wattless current

The factor of an ac circuit lies between:

The \( Q \) factor of an ac circuit lies between:

  • A. 0 and 1
  • B. - 1 and 1
  • C. -1 and 0
  • D. none of these

Step-by-step solution

The Q factor (quality factor) in an AC circuit is a positive dimensionless parameter that indicates the sharpness of resonance. It is defined as the ratio of energy stored to energy dissipated per cycle. Q can take any positive value, often exceeding 1 in high-Q circuits, and cannot be negative. Therefore, it is not restricted to intervals like 0–1 or –1 to 1.
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