An electric space heater has a resistance of 8.10 ohms. How much energy does it use when connected to an electrical outlet with a voltage of 110V for 30 minutes?

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An electric space heater has a resistance of 8.10 ohms. How much energy does it use when connected to an electrical outlet with a voltage of 110V for 30 minutes?

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O a.
7.47 x 102 J
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O c.
2.44 x 104 J
O d.
2.69 x 106 J
Transcribed Image Text:Select one: O a. 7.47 x 102 J Ob. 4.48 х 104] O c. 2.44 x 104 J O d. 2.69 x 106 J
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Given data: 

Resistance (R) = 8.10 Ω

Voltage (V) = 110 V

Time (t) = 30 minutes

Required:

Energy (E) 

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