Find the power dissipated in each of these extension cords: (a) an extension cord having a 0.0600 - Ω resistance and through which 5.00 A is flowing; (b) a cheaper cord utilizing thinner wire and with a resistance of0.300 Ω .

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Find the power dissipated in each of these extension cords:
 (a) an extension cord having a 0.0600 - Ω resistance and through which 5.00 A is flowing; 
(b) a cheaper cord utilizing thinner wire and with a resistance of
0.300 Ω .

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