A heater is rated at 1200 watts for a 120-volt source.
-The current drawn by the heater is 10 amperes.

Name: A heater is rated at 1200 watts for a 120-volt source. -The current drawn by the heater is 10 amperes.
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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The formula to calculate the power (in watts) of an electrical device is P = VI, where P is power, V is voltage, and I is current.

Using this formula, we can calculate the power of the heater: 
P = 120 V x 10 A 
P = 1200 W

This matches the rating of the heater, so the statement is true.

A Heater Is Rated at 1200 Watts for a 120-Volt