Which one of the following statements is true for the voltages in a series RC circuit?
A
The total voltage is equal to the sum of the voltages across the resistance and capacitance
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 capacitance
D
The total voltage is greater than the sum of the voltages across the resistance and capacitance
E
None of the above
Correct Answer: The total voltage is less than the sum of the voltages across the resistance and capacitance