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SMPS input power....RMS or average?

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rms input power

Hello,

I am writing with regard to calculating the input power to an SMPS,
-that is calculating the input power from the DC input voltage and current.

The problem i have is

For a continuous mode boost converter PFC, they use V(rms) * I(rms)

...but for say a discontinuous mode flyback, they use V(average)* I(average)

I wonder when to use average and when to use rms ?

Here is a picture of the input power calculation dilemma.

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I am very grateful for any replies.
 

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