The Following Three Appliances Are Connected to a 120-V House

question 57

Multiple Choice

The following three appliances are connected to a 120-V house circuit: i) toaster,1 200 W,ii) coffee pot,750 W,and iii) microwave,800 W.If all were operated at the same time,what total current would they draw?

• A)3.0 A
• B)5.0 A
• C)10 A
• D)23 A

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Definitions:

Intercostal Muscles

Muscles located between the ribs that play a key role in the mechanical aspect of breathing by assisting in the expansion and contraction of the chest cavity.

Change the Size

A process or action that results in an alteration of the dimensions, proportions, or magnitude of an object or entity.

Transverses Abdominis Muscle

A muscle layer of the anterior and lateral abdominal wall which is deep to the internal oblique muscle.

External Oblique Muscles

Muscles located on the side and front of the abdomen, which help in rotating the trunk and pulling the chest downwards.