A current surge takes place when a power supply is first turned on because ___

A current surge takes place when a power supply is first turned on because:

A. The transformer core is suddenly magnetized.
B. The diodes suddenly start to conduct.
C. The filter capacitor(s) must be initially charged.
D. Arcing takes place in the power switch.

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Answer: C

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