AC theoryQuestion 1478 of 1506

A series circuit has a resistance of 60 Ω and an inductive reactance of 25 Ω. What is the impedance?

  1. 35.0 Ω
  2. 65.0 Ω
  3. 85.0 Ω
  4. 38.7 Ω
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Correct answer: 65.0 Ω

Z = √(R² + X²) = √(60² + 25²) = 65.0 Ω. Resistance and reactance are 90° apart, so they do not add directly.

Source: Computed, 3.3: Series Resistor-Inductor Circuits

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026