A sensor contains a resistive element connected across a supply

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Problem

A sensor contains a

3.0\,\text{k}\Omega

resistive element connected across a

5.0\,\text{V}

supply. What is the power dissipated by the sensor? (a)

1.7\,\text{mW}

(b)

25\,\text{mW}

(c)

8.3\,\text{mW}

(d)

4.2\,\text{mW}