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If a circuit has a potential difference of 12 V and a current of 3 A, what is the power consumed by the circuit?.
- A.36 W
- B.4 W
- C.12 W
- D.9 W
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What a good answer should say
- 36 W
Explanation
Why this works
The correct answer is 36 W. This is correct because it applies the Current electricity idea named in the question, using the required quantities and units rather than mixing current, charge, potential difference, resistance, power, or energy.
The other options are less suitable because they use the wrong electrical quantity, an incompatible unit, or a rule from a different circuit context.
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