In an RC parallel circuit, E_T = 240 V, R = 30 Ω , and X_C = 60 Ω . What is the phase angle (angle theta) ?

A) 26.57 °
B) 30 °
C) 63.43 °
D) 90 °

RC Parallel Circuit

An electrical circuit consisting of resistors (R) and capacitors (C) connected in parallel, affecting the total impedance and phase angle.

R

Often used as a symbol for resistance in electrical circuits, measured in ohms (Ω).

Phase Angle

The measure of the difference in phase between two sinusoidal waveforms, which can affect how circuit components like capacitors and inductors respond to AC power.