A device consumes 100 W of power when connected to a 120 V source. Calculate

PHYSICSWAEC 2019

A device consumes 100 W of power when connected to a 120 V source. Calculate its resistance.

  • A. 1.2\(\Omega\)
  • B. 12,000 \(\Omega\)
  • C. 20.0\(\Omega\)
  • D. 144\(\Omega\)

Correct Answer: A. 1.2\(\Omega\)

Explanation

R = \(\frac{v}{I}\)

= \(\frac{120}{100}\)

= 1.2\(\Omega\)

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