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Chapter 10, Problem 24E
Interpretation Introduction
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The electrical energy spent in kilowatt-hours and Joules is to be determined.
Concept Introduction:
If the cost of one unit of energy and the monthly cost are known, then the energy spent per month can be calculated by dividing the monthly cost by the cost of one unit of energy.
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