Why is it important that the resistance of an extension cord be small when it is used to power an electric heater?
To Explain: It is important that extension cord’s resistance is small when it is used to power an electric heater.
Explanation of Solution
Introduction:
Resistance is a property of element which is introduced in a circuit or the material of the conducting wire. When current is passed through a conducting wire, it heats up
The resistance of the extension cord should be small so that it gets less heated up, so there is less loss of energy and more energy is available for the electric heater.
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