The root mean square (r.m.s.) value of an alternating current is equivalent to what steady (direct) current value that, when passed through a given circuit for the same duration, produces ________?

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greater amount of heat compared to the alternating current in the same circuitan equal quantity of heat as generated by the alternating current in the identical circuita smaller amount of heat than that produced by the alternating current in the same circuitnone of the aboveno heat generated

Explanation

The r.m.s. value of an alternating current corresponds to the value of a direct current that would produce the same amount of heat in a resistor over the same period. Therefore, the correct option states that the steady current produces the same heat as the alternating current when flowing through the same circuit.