The Power Rating of a 400-Ω Resistor Is 0

question 54

Short Answer

The power rating of a 400-Ω resistor is 0.800 W.
(a) What is the maximum safe voltage across this resistor?
(b) What is the maximum current the resistor can safely draw?

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