If the potential difference across a length of wire is 3V and the resistance is 5Ω.                                                                                                                What is the resistance of the wire? How much power does the wire use?

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If the potential difference across a length of wire is 3V and the resistance is 5Ω.

                                                                                                              

  • What is the resistance of the wire?
  • How much power does the wire use?
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