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EY67

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If a 1/4 W resistor and a 1/2 W resistor are wired in series, they can safely dissipate 3/4 W.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

If a resistor is rated at 1/2 W, it can safely dissipate 0.325 W.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false



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Answer to Question 1

FALSE

Answer to Question 2

TRUE





 

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