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PHY 102 Last Minute Prep Objective Question

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A resistor, 100Ω, is connected to an a.c. source v = 300 sin ωt. If ω=1256 rad/s, find the power dissipated.
Options
A 900W
B 700W
C 450W
Correct Answer
D 300W
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

V_rms = 300/√2 = 212.1V; P = V_rms²/R = 212.1²/100 = 450W

Hint

Power in AC is calculated using the RMS voltage, which is Peak/√2.

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