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A 240-volt heater draws 18 amperes. What is the operating wattage?

Correct Answer

A) 4,320 watts.

Watts equal volts times amperes: 240 volts times 18 amperes equals 4,320 watts.

Answer Options
A
4,320 watts.
B
2,400 watts.
C
3,600 watts.
D
5,760 watts.

Why This Is the Correct Answer

Watts equal volts times amperes: 240 volts times 18 amperes equals 4,320 watts.

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