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The current in a hair dryer measures 15 amps. The resistance of the hair dryer is 11 ohms. What is the voltage?

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From Ohm's Law: V = I · R

Voltage = (current) · (resistance)

Voltage = (15 Amperes) · (11 ohms)

Voltage = 165 volts

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