An electrical appliance is rated 1500 W, 220 V. What is the current drawn by it? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

An electrical appliance is rated 1500 W, 220 V. What is the current drawn by it?
A. 15 A
B. 10 A
C. 6.8 A
D. 4.5 A
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The power formula is P = VI, where P is power, V is voltage, and I is current. Rearranging for current gives I = P / V. Given P = 1500 W and V = 220 V, the current I = 1500 / 220 ≈ 6.818 Amperes. Thus, 6.8 A is the closest correct answer.

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