Which one of the following statements is true for the currents in a parallel RL circuit?

A The total current is equal to the sum of the currents through the resistance and inductance
B The current always has the same amplitude and phase for every part of the circuit
C The total current is less than the sum of the currents through the resistance and inductance
D The total current leads the total voltage by less than 90
E None of the above

Correct Answer: The total current is less than the sum of the currents through the resistance and inductance

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