If the power factor changes from $0.5$ to $0.25$ because impedance changes from $Z_1$ to $Z_2$, then $Z_1 = x Z_2$. The value of $x$ is (Resistance remains constant).

  • A
    $0.1$
  • B
    $0.5$
  • C
    $0.7$
  • D
    $0.4$

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