Q.

An electric heater is rated at 2 kW. Electrical energy costs Rs 4 per kWh. What is the cost of using the heater for 3 hours

1 12  
2 24  
3 36  
4 48  

Ans.

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Consumption of electrical energy in 3 hours can be calculated by using the formula:

E=P×t  = 2  kW × 3  hours = 6  kWh 

Unit cost of electrical energy

=4per kWh

Therefore, the cost of energy used for three hours will be:
4×6=24