The National Electric code requires the loads connected to a circuit breaker should not exceed 75% of the maximum current for continuous operation. The circuit diagram shows n identical loads protected by a 20 amp circuit breaker. If each load is 83 W, determine the maximum value for n. A. 29 B. 22 C. 10 D. 28 E. 21 F. None of the other answers is correct.
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The National Electric code requires the loads connected to a circuit breaker should not exceed 75% of the maximum current for continuous operation. The circuit diagram shows n identical loads protected by a 20 amp circuit breaker. If each load is 83 W, determine the maximum value for n. A. 29 B. 22 C. 10 D. 28 E. 21 F. None of the other answers is correct.