A $100\,\Omega$ resistor carries a current whose direction and magnitude vary, as shown. What is the average power dissipated in the resistor?
- A$100\,\text{W}$
- B$150\,\text{W}$
- C$250\,\text{W}$
- D$400\,\text{W}$
Physics 9702 · AS & A Level · Potential difference and power
A $100\,\Omega$ resistor carries a current whose direction and magnitude vary, as shown. What is the average power dissipated in the resistor?