If R₁ = 10 Ω, R₂ = 15 Ω, R₃

question 14

Multiple Choice

If R₁ = 10 Ω, R₂ = 15 Ω, R₃ = 20 Ω, and I = 0.50 A, at what rate is heat being generated in these resistors?

• A) 29 W
• B) 16 W
• C) 22 W
• D) 11 W
• E) 1.1 W

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