EBK ELECTRICAL WIRING RESIDENTIAL
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ISBN: 9781337516549
Author: Simmons
Publisher: CENGAGE LEARNING - CONSIGNMENT
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Chapter 17, Problem 5R
Calculate the watts loss and voltage drop in each conductor in the following circuit. Show calculations. Obtain resistance data from Table 8, Chapter 9, of the NEC.
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