EBK ELECTRICAL WIRING RESIDENTIAL
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ISBN: 9781337516549
Author: Simmons
Publisher: CENGAGE LEARNING - CONSIGNMENT
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Chapter 19.2, Problem 9R
An 80-gallon electric water heater has 60°F (15.56°C) incoming water. How many minutes can a 3-gallon/minute showerhead be used to draw 105°F (40.56°C) water if the water heater thermostat is set at 120°F (48.89°C)?
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