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A capacitor acts as an infinite resistance for

The resistance of a capacitor is given by , where ω = angular frequency of oscillation of current C = capacitance.


Now, in case of DC current, ω = 0.


Hence, the resistance for DC becomes = infinite. (Ans)

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