A Levels Physics (9702)•9702/12/M/J/20

Explanation
Use the electrical power formula for a resistive coil
Steps:
- Convert the power rating to watts: P = 2 kW = 2000 W.
- Identify the resistance of the coil: R = 5 Ω.
- Apply the formula P = I²R and rearrange to solve for current: I = √(P / R).
- Compute I = √(2000 / 5) = √400 = 20 A.
Why none of the options is correct:
- The calculated current using P = I²R is 20 A, which does not match any choice; the options appear inconsistent with the given data.
Why the others are wrong:
- A is too low; it corresponds to P ≈ 0.8 W.
- B is too low; it corresponds to P ≈ 3.4 W.
- C is too low; it corresponds to P ≈ 12.8 W.
- D is too low; it corresponds to P ≈ 31.3 W.
Final answer: None (20 A)
Topic: Potential difference and power
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