A color television set draws about 1.9 A when connected to a 220-V source. What is the cost (in Rands) of running the set for 12.6 days, given that electricity costs 7.8 cents / kWh?

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A color television set draws about 1.9 A when connected to a 220-V source. What is the cost (in Rands) of running the set for 12.6 days, given that electricity costs 7.8 cents / kWh?

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