The Figure Shows Variation of the Current Through the Heating

question 39

Multiple Choice

The figure shows variation of the current through the heating element with time in an iron when it is plugged into a standard 120 V,60 Hz outlet.

-What is the approximate average power dissipated in the iron?

• A)450 W
• B)600 W
• C)850 W
• D)1200 W
• E)1700 W

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Definitions:

Residual Value

Residual value is the estimated value of an asset at the end of its useful life, reflecting what it could be sold for or its salvage value.

Fixed-Percentage Method

The Fixed-Percentage Method is a depreciation technique where a constant percentage of the asset's book value is depreciated each year, resulting in decreasing annual depreciation expenses.

Residual Value

The estimated amount that an asset is expected to realize upon its disposal at the end of its useful life.

Annual Depreciation

The portion of the total cost of a tangible asset that is expensed each year over its useful life.