Physics

Physics

Problem

An electric heater is marked 1000 W, 230 V. a. (i) Calculate the resistance of the heating element when operating under marked conditions. b. (ii) The heater is now connected to a 200 V mains supply. Determine the power it will now dissipate. c. (iii) State, with calculation, whether operating the heater at 200 V is safe for the element.

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