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The symbol for apparent power is S. It is typically measured in volt-amperes (VA).
Apparent power combines both real power (P) and reactive power (Q) in an AC (alternating current) circuit. It can be calculated using the formula:
\[
S = V \times I
\]
Where:
In a more detailed form, apparent power can also be expressed as:
\[
S = \sqrt{P^2 + Q^2}
\]
Where:
This formula shows how apparent power relates to real and reactive power.
Apparent power combines both real power (P) and reactive power (Q) in an AC (alternating current) circuit. It can be calculated using the formula:
\[
S = V \times I
\]
Where:
- S is the apparent power in volt-amperes (VA),
- V is the voltage in volts (V),
- I is the current in amperes (A).
In a more detailed form, apparent power can also be expressed as:
\[
S = \sqrt{P^2 + Q^2}
\]
Where:
- P is the real power (active power),
- Q is the reactive power.
This formula shows how apparent power relates to real and reactive power.