EBK ELECTRICAL WIRING RESIDENTIAL
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ISBN: 9781337516549
Author: Simmons
Publisher: CENGAGE LEARNING - CONSIGNMENT
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Chapter 23.1, Problem 1R
- a. What is the allowance in watts made for electric heat in this residence? ________
- b. What is the value in amperes of this load? _______________________________
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