Why is the formula P=I^2V used to describe thermal power loss in resistor
instead of P=IV or P=V^2/R? Is this just the textbook author's choice of
formula?
-Tony
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Tony Wayne
Albemarle High School
Physics Teacher
Science Department Chair
twayne@k12albemarle.org http://www.mrwaynesclass.com
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Those who can do.
Those who understand, teach.