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Q16.The figure shows an experimental plot for discharging of a capacitor in an R −C circuit. The time constant τ of this circuit lies between: (1) 150 sec and 200 sec (2) 0 and 50 sec (3) 50 sec and 100 sec (4) 100 sec and 150 sec

What This Question Tests

This question tests the ability to interpret a graph of capacitor discharge in an RC circuit and determine the time constant (τ) from the graph by finding the time at which the quantity (voltage or current) drops to approximately 37% of its initial value.

Concepts Tested

Capacitor dischargeTime constant (τ)Graph interpretation

Formulas Used

V(t) = V₀e^(-t/τ)

I(t) = I₀e^(-t/τ)

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