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Question
An electric iron of resistance 20 ohms draws a current of 5 amperes. Calculate the heat produced in 30 seconds.
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Solution
I = 5 A, R = 20 Î and t = 30 s
H = I2Rt = 52 x 20 x 30 = 25 x 20 x 30 = 15000 J
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