Physics

Physics

Problem

Two room heaters, one rated "400 W, 220 V" and the other "800 W, 220 V", are connected in parallel to a 220 V220\,\text{V} mains supply. The heaters are switched on for 3 hours each day for a 30-day month. a. (i) Calculate the electrical energy consumed by the two heaters together in the entire month, expressing your answer in kilowatt-hour. b. (ii) If electricity costs Rs 66 per kWh, find the total monthly cost of running both heaters.

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