DC circuitsQuestion 1336 of 1506

A 24 Ω resistor is connected across a 120 V supply. How much power does it dissipate?

  1. 2880 W
  2. 10.0 W
  3. 600 W
  4. 300 W
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Correct answer: 600 W

P = V² ÷ R = (120 V)² ÷ 24 Ω = 600 W.

Source: Computed, 2.4: Calculating Electric Power

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026