Physics

Problem

A toaster with a resistance of

15\,\Omega

is plugged into a

120\,\text{V}

household outlet and operated for

3.0\,\text{min}

. Approximately how much thermal energy is released by the toaster during this time? a)

5.8\times10^{4}\,\text{J}

1.7\times10^{5}\,\text{J}

1.4\times10^{3}\,\text{J}

1.3\times10^{6}\,\text{J}