Two Heaters Are Plugged into the Same 120-V AC Outlet

question 71

Multiple Choice

Two heaters are plugged into the same 120-V AC outlet.If one heater is rated at 1100 W,then what can be the maximum rating of the second heater in order not to exceed the 20 A trip rating on the circuit?

• A)1100 W
• B)1300 W
• C)1200 W
• D)2400 W
• E)920 W

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