Answer
(b) increases by a factor of 4
Work Step by Step
The power dissipated is given by $\frac{V^{2}}{R}$.
So, if V is doubled, power dissipation will increase 4-times.
College Physics (7th Edition)
by Wilson, Jerry D.; Buffa, Anthony J.; Lou, Bo
Published by
Pearson
ISBN 10:
0-32160-183-1
ISBN 13:
978-0-32160-183-4
Chapter 17 - Electric Current and Resistance - Learning Path Questions and Exercises - Multiple Choice Questions - Page 617: 20
Update this answer!
You can help us out by revising, improving and updating this answer.
Update this answerAfter you claim an answer you’ll have 24 hours to send in a draft. An editor will review the submission and either publish your submission or provide feedback.
