A Given Circuit Using an RC Integrator to Turn on After

question 27

Multiple Choice

A given circuit using an RC integrator to turn on after 20 seconds now takes has been taking much longer to turn on. Now it entirely fails to turn on. What is the problem?

• A)The resistor has opened.
• B)The resistor has decreased in value.
• C)The capacitor has increased in value.
• D)The capacitor has decreased in value.

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