Question
An $AC$ source is connected to a capacitor. Will the rms current increase, decrease or remain constant if a dielectric slab is inserted into the capacitor?
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Answer
$\text{X}_\text{c}=\frac{1}{\omega\text{C}}$ as slab is introduced $C$ increases and $X_C$ decreases so current increases.
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