An Certain Resistor Dissipates 0

question 2

Multiple Choice

An certain resistor dissipates 0.5 W when connected to a 3 V potential difference. When connected to a 1 V potential difference, this resistor will dissipate:

• A) 0.5 W
• B) 0.167 W
• C) 1.5 W
• D) 0.056 W
• E) none of these

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