Technician A says that a 1k ohm 2-watt resistor and a 1k ohm 1/2 watt resistor both have the same value of resistance. Technician B says that a potentiometer has two electrical terminals. Who is correct?
A) A only
B) B only
C) Both A and B
D) Neither A nor B

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Technician A is correct because both resistors have the same resistance value of 1k ohm, regardless of their power rating. Technician B is incorrect because a potentiometer typically has three terminals.

Technician a Says That a 1k Ohm 2-Watt Resistor and a 1k