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A VCR that is not playing still uses 10.0 W of power. What is the current if the VCR is plugged into a 120 V electric outlet?

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Answer:

0.08 ampere

Step-by-step explanation:

Power = voltage x current

W = v x I

Given

Power = 10.0 w

V = 120v

I = ?

Therefore

10.0 = 120 x I

Divide both sides by by 120

10.0/120 = 120/120 x I

0.08 = I

I = 0.08 ampere

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