Which one of the following statements is true for the voltages in a series RL circuit?
A
The total voltages is equal to the sum of the voltages across the resistance and inductance
B
The voltage always has the same amplitude and phase for every part of the circuit
C
The total voltage is less than the sum of the voltages across the resistance and inductance
D
The total voltage lags the total current by less than 90
E
None of the above
Correct Answer: The total voltage is less than the sum of the voltages across the resistance and inductance