Give me an example of an electrical load. Describe how your example would be considered an electrical load.
In an electrical circut, a high rate of charge flow will lead to a ________________
Give an example, not said in class, about why the average person would care about the rate at which electrical energy flows.
How much does it cost to power a toaster that draws 6 amps of current for 45seconds when plugged into a 120-volt outlet? ( Remember, Centerpoint charges you about $0.16/kWh)
(There are multiple ways to get the correct answer, make sure you can justify with your shown work!)
Predict the appropriate use of parallel or series circuits.
GFCI recepticals
wiring in a house
want a failure to not affect all devices/bulbs
less wires
need the components to have the same voltage
want a failure to affect all devices/bulbs
burglar alarm
Series Circuit
Parallel Circuit
Both