An electric motor on a centrifugal pump has a total resistance of 6 ohms. If the motor uses 21 amps of current, what voltage does the motor need?
I = V ÷ ÷ R $\quad $ or $\quad $V = IR
A) 21 amps
B) 6 ohms
C) 110-120 volts
D) 126 volts

Question

An electric motor on a centrifugal pump has a total resistance of 6 ohms. If the motor uses 21 amps of current, what voltage does the motor need?
I = V ÷ ÷ R $\quad $ or  $\quad $V = IR
A) 21 amps
B) 6 ohms
C) 110-120 volts
D) 126 volts

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Using the formula V = IR, where I = 21 amps and R = 6 ohms, the voltage V = 21 amps * 6 ohms = 126 volts.

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