Fundamentals of Physics Extended (10th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 1-11823-072-8
ISBN 13: 978-1-11823-072-5

Chapter 26 - Current and Resistance - Problems - Page 768: 53a

Answer

28.8 $\Omega$

Work Step by Step

The formula to be used here is, P=$\frac{V^{2}}{R}$ Rearranging the formula to make R the subject of the formula, R=$\frac{V^{2}}{P}$ As shown in the question, V=120 V and P=500 W Substituting these values into the formula, we find that R=28.8 $\Omega$
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