. You run your 1500 W microwave in your dorm room for 5.0 minutes to heat your TV dinner. What is the cost of the energy used, at a rate of 0.11 per kW·h? and can a 120 V outlet with a 15 A current power your microwave without blowing the breaker? Why or why not?

. You run your 1500 W microwave in your dorm room for 5.0 minutes to heat your TV dinner. What is the cost of the energy used, at a rate of 0.11 per kW·h? and can a 120 V outlet with a 15 A current power your microwave without blowing the breaker? Why or why not?

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