Physics

Problem

An electric kettle must produce

1.0\times10^{3}\,\text{W}

when plugged into a

120\,\text{V}

outlet protected by a

12\,\text{A}

circuit breaker. Which resistance value for the heating element will meet the power requirement without tripping the breaker? a)

28\,\Omega

10\,\Omega

14\,\Omega

7.2\,\Omega