Power in AC Circuits: Practice Problem & Solution

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To solve this problem, we apply the core principles of Power in AC Circuits. Understanding the underlying formula is key to arriving at the correct answer below:

The average power consumed in an AC circuit is given by \( P_{avg} = V_{rms} I_{rms} \cos \phi \). For a purely inductive or purely capacitive circuit, the phase difference \( \phi = 90^\circ \), which makes the power factor \( \cos \phi = 0 \), resulting in zero power consumption.