Understanding the Concepts
* Current (I): The rate of flow of electric charge. Measured in Amperes (A).
* Charge (Q): The amount of electricity. Measured in Coulombs (C).
* Time (t): The duration over which the charge flows. Measured in seconds (s).
The Relationship
These quantities are related by the following equation:
* Q = I * t
Solving the Problem
1. We know:
* Q = 9 Coulombs
* I = 3 Amperes
2. We need to find:
* t (time)
3. Rearrange the equation to solve for time (t):
* t = Q / I
4. Substitute the values:
* t = 9 C / 3 A
5. Calculate:
* t = 3 seconds
Answer: It takes 3 seconds for 9 coulombs to pass a current of 3 amps.