An electric kettle has a heating element of resistance and is connected to a mains…

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Problem

An electric kettle has a heating element of resistance

44\,\Omega

and is connected to a

220\,\text{V}

mains supply through a fuse rated at

1200\,\text{W}

. Which statement is correct regarding its operation? (a) The fuse will blow because the kettle draws about

1380\,\text{W}

. (b) The kettle operates safely and draws about

1200\,\text{W}

. (c) The kettle operates safely and draws about

1100\,\text{W}

. (d) The fuse will blow because the kettle draws about

1100\,\text{W}