EBK ELECTRICAL WIRING RESIDENTIAL
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ISBN: 9781337516549
Author: Simmons
Publisher: CENGAGE LEARNING - CONSIGNMENT
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Chapter 19.2, Problem 5R
An 80-gallon electric water heater is energized for the first time. Approximately how many hours would it take to raise the water temperature 80°F (26.67°C) (from 40°F to 120°F [4.44°C to 48.89°C])? The water heater has a 3000-watt heating element.
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