G5C11 - What is the inductance of a circuit with a 20-millihenry inductor connected in series with a 50-millihenry inductor?

Question

What is the inductance of a circuit with a 20-millihenry inductor connected in series with a 50-millihenry inductor?

Answer Options

  • A) 7 millihenries
  • B) 14.3 millihenries
  • C) 70 millihenries
  • D) 1,000 millihenries

Correct Answer: C


Explanation

For inductors connected in series, the total inductance (L_T) is found by simply adding the individual inductances together, assuming no mutual coupling between the coils: L_T = L_1 + L_2.

Using the given values, L_1 = 20 \text{ mH} and L_2 = 50 \text{ mH}: L_T = 20 \text{ mH} + 50 \text{ mH} = 70 \text{ millihenries.} The total inductance of the series circuit is 70 \text{ millihenries}.


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