A resistor carries a current of when a potential difference of is applied across it

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Problem

A resistor carries a current of

0.5\,\text{A}

when a potential difference of

9\,\text{V}

is applied across it. Determine the power dissipated in the resistor. (a)

18\,\text{W}

(b)

2.25\,\text{W}

(c)

4.5\,\text{W}

(d)

9\,\text{W}