Physics for Scientists and Engineers: A Strategic Approach with Modern Physics (4th Edition)
Physics for Scientists and Engineers: A Strategic Approach with Modern Physics (4th Edition)
4th Edition
ISBN: 9780133942651
Author: Randall D. Knight (Professor Emeritus)
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 28, Problem 15EAP

A waterbed heater uses 45 0 W of power. It is on 25 % of the time, off 75 % . What is the annual cost of electricity at a billing rate of $ 0.12 /kWh ?

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Physics for Scientists and Engineers: A Strategic Approach with Modern Physics (4th Edition)

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