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@Brianna17

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An electric toaster operating on 120 volts draws a current of 9 amperes. What is the resistance of the toaster?

Question 2

A battery in a large flashlight produces a current of 2 amperes in a light bulb that has a resistance of 3 ohms. What is the voltage of the battery?



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Answer to Question 1

13.3 ohms

Answer to Question 2

6 volts



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