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WAEC Physics 2013 Objective — Question 37

Question 37 of 50 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Physics 2013 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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A potential difference of 12V is applied across the ends of a 6Ω resistor for 10 minutes. Determine the quantity of heat generated.

  • A. 720 J
  • B. 1200 J
  • C. 14400 JCorrect
  • D. 43200 J

Explanation

Time = 10 minutes = 600s. Quantity of heat generated = (V²/R)×time = (12²/6)×600 = 24×600 = 14,400 J.

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