Advanced Qualification · A-001 Advanced theory · A-001-003-006

What is the resonant frequency of a series RLC circuit, if R is 47 ohms, L is 4 microhenrys and C is 20 picofarads?

  1. A 19.9 kHz
  2. B 17.8 kHz
  3. C 17.8 MHz
  4. D 19.9 MHz

Correct answer: C — 17.8 MHz. From the official ISED question bank, verified word for word.

Why

The resonant frequency is 17.8 MHz because the formula depends only on the inductor and capacitor values, ignoring the resistance. The full explanation — and one for every question — is in Pro.

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