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What is meant by wattless component of current ?

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Average power `(P)=V_("rms")(I_("rms")sin phi)cos.(pi)/(2)`
The average power consumed in the circuit due to `(I_("rms")sin phi)` component of current is zero. This component of current is known as wattless current. `(I_("rms")sin phi)` is the wattless component of current.
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