5.5-kW water heater operates at 240V. i.Should the heater circuit have a 20A or a 30A circuit breaker? ii. Assuming 85% efficiency , how long will it take to heat the water at a 0.2085-m3 tank from 20°C to 80°C?The density of water 1000kg/m3 and the specific heat capacity is 4,200J/kg/°C

5.5-kW water heater operates at 240V. i.Should the heater circuit have a 20A or a 30A circuit breaker? ii. Assuming 85% efficiency , how long will it take to heat the water at a 0.2085-m3 tank from 20°C to 80°C?The density of water 1000kg/m3 and the specific heat capacity is 4,200J/kg/°C

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Chapter20: Electric Current, Resistance, And Ohm's Law

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