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Statement I: Since all the current comin...

Statement I: Since all the current coming to our house returns to powerhouse ( as current travels in a closed loop), there is no need to pay the electricity bill.
Statement II: The electricity bill is paid for the power used , not for the current used.

A

Statement I is True , Statement II is True , Statement II is a correct explanation for Statement I.

B

Statement I is True, Statement II is True , Statement II is NOT a correct explanation for statement I.

C

Statement I is True , Statement is False.

D

Statement I is False, Statement II is True.

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The correct Answer is:
D
Power used is `i^(2) R`. Hence , power is consumed , not the current.
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