The rms current is equal to the direct current that:

a. produces the same average voltage across a resistor as in an AC circuit.
b. dissipates an equal amount of energy in a resistor at the same rate as in an AC circuit.
c. provides the same average current in a resistor as in an AC circuit.
d. results in the same peak power in a resistor as in an AC circuit.


b

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