In the United States, the National ElectricCode sets standards for maximum safe currents in insulated copperwires of various diameters. The accompanying table gives a portionof the code. Notice that wire diameters are identified by the gauge ofthe wire, and that 1 mil = 10-3in. Find the maximum power dissipated per length in (a) an 8-gauge wire and (b) a 10-gauge wire.Gauge Diameter (mils) Safe current (A)8 129 3510 102 25

In the United States, the National ElectricCode sets standards for maximum safe currents in insulated copperwires of various diameters. The accompanying table gives a portionof the code. Notice that wire diameters are identified by the gauge ofthe wire, and that 1 mil = 10-3in. Find the maximum power dissipated per length in (a) an 8-gauge wire and (b) a 10-gauge wire.Gauge Diameter (mils) Safe current (A)8 129 3510 102 25

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