An $AC$ source is connected to a purely resistive circuit. Which of the following is true?

  • A
    Current leads the voltage and both are in same phase
  • B
    Current lags behind the voltage and both are in same phase
  • C
    Current and voltage are in same phase
  • D
    Any of the above may be true depending upon the value of resistance

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