Physics Technology Update (4th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0-32190-308-0
ISBN 13: 978-0-32190-308-2

Chapter 21 - Electric Current and Direct-Current Circuits - Problems and Conceptual Exercises - Page 755: 27

Answer

$i=51A$

Work Step by Step

The equation for electrical power is equal to $$P=iV$$ Solve the equation for current $i$. $$i=\frac{P}{V}$$ Substituting known values of $P=3.8kW=3800W$ and $V=75V$ yields a current of $$i=\frac{3800W}{75V}=51A$$
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