Question: A resistor with R 2.0 k is connected to an AC generator that operates at 60 Hz with an amplitude of 35 V. Find (a)

A resistor with R  2.0 kΩ is connected to an AC generator that operates at 60 Hz with an amplitude of 35 V. Find
(a) the amplitude of the current through the resistor,
(b) the maximum instantaneous power dissipated in the resistor,
(c) the minimum instantaneous power dissipated in the resistor,
(d) the average power dissipated in the resistor.
(e) How long will it take this resistor to dissipate 250 J?

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