If a circuit has a current of 3A flowing through a 5Ω resistor, what is the power dissipated in the resistor?

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If a circuit has a current of 3A flowing through a 5Ω resistor, what is the power dissipated in the resistor?
  1. 15W
  2. 9W
  3. 5W
  4. 3W

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Q: If a circuit has a current of 3A flowing through a 5Ω resistor, what is the power dissipated in the resistor?
Solution: Power (P) = I^2 * R = (3A)^2 * 5Ω = 9A^2 * 5Ω = 45W.
Steps: 7

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