A 200-W Resistor Is Connected in Series with a 10-µF

question 8

Multiple Choice

A 200-W resistor is connected in series with a 10-µF capacitor and a 60-Hz,120-V (rms) line voltage.If electrical energy costs 5.0¢ per kWh,how much does it cost to leave this circuit connected for 24 hours?

• A)62¢
• B)31¢
• C)5.2¢
• D)3.1¢

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Hot Aqueous Acid

Utilized in chemistry for hydrolysis reactions, it involves the use of heated water and acid to break chemical bonds in substances.

Hydrolysis

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Organic compounds containing a cyano group (-C≡N) bonded to an alkyl group, known for their use in organic synthesis and as solvents.

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