Question

How many 176Ω resistors (in parallel) are required to carry 5 A on a 220 V line?

Answer 1

Let the resistors be x’

Resistance = 176Ω

As per ohm’s law .

V = IR

R = \(\frac{V}{I}\)

Here, V = 220 V, I = 5A

∴ Four resistors (in parallel) are required to carry 5A on a 220 V line.