A 220 V AC supply is connected between points A and B (figure). What will be the potential difference V across the capacitor?
A
200 V
B
110 V
C
0 V
D
Text Solution
Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
D
As p-n junction conducts during positive half cycle only, the diode connected here will work in positive half cycle. Potential difference across 
peak voltage of the given AC voltage 
.
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