When does a purely inductive circuit absorb power from an alternating current source?

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The voltage applied drops while the current risesThe voltage applied rises while the current fallsBoth the applied voltage and current increase simultaneouslyBoth the applied voltage and current decrease simultaneouslyNone of the above

Explanation

In a purely inductive circuit, the current leads the voltage by 90 degrees. This means that power is only absorbed when the voltage decreases and current increases, resulting in energy being stored temporarily in the magnetic field. Hence, the circuit draws power when the applied voltage falls but the current rises.