Asked by Emily Faith on Jun 12, 2024
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A series circuit has two resistors that dissipate 10 W and 15 W, respectively. What is the total power dissipation of the circuit?
A) 10 W
B) 5 W
C) 25 W
D) 15 W
Dissipation
Loss of energy, especially the conversion of electrical energy into heat in a circuit due to resistance.
- Calculate total power dissipation in series circuits.
Verified Answer
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Zandré RaathJun 14, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
In a series circuit, the total power dissipation is the sum of the power dissipated by each resistor, so 10 W + 15 W = 25 W.
Learning Objectives
- Calculate total power dissipation in series circuits.