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Question
Write the formula for electric power in terms of potential difference and current.
Solution 1
In terms of potential difference and current, electric power is given as:
Electric power, P = potential difference, V x current, I
P = VI
Solution 2
In terms of potential difference and current, electric power is given as:
Electric power, P = potential difference, V x current, I
P = VI
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