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A multimeter reads a voltage of a certain A.C. source as 100 V. What is the peak value of voltage of A.C. source ?

A

200 V

B

100 V

C

141.4 V

D

400 V

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The correct Answer is:
C
`V_(0) = sqrt(2) V_("rms") = 1.414 xx 100 = 141.4 V`
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