Conceptual Physical Science (6th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780134060491
Author: Paul G. Hewitt, John A. Suchocki, Leslie A. Hewitt
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 8, Problem 60TAS
An electric dryer connected to a 120-V source draws 8.4 A of current. Show that the amount of heat generated in 1 min is about 60 kj.
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