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A current `0.2 A` flows in a wire of resistance `15 Omega`. Find the potential difference across the ends of the wire.

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To find the potential difference across the ends of a wire with a given current and resistance, we can use Ohm's Law, which states: \[ V = I \times R \] Where: - \( V \) is the potential difference (voltage) across the wire, - \( I \) is the current flowing through the wire, - \( R \) is the resistance of the wire. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the given values:** - Current (\( I \)) = 0.2 A - Resistance (\( R \)) = 15 Ω 2. **Apply Ohm's Law:** - Substitute the values into the formula: \[ V = I \times R \] \[ V = 0.2 \, \text{A} \times 15 \, \Omega \] 3. **Calculate the potential difference:** - Perform the multiplication: \[ V = 0.2 \times 15 = 3 \, \text{V} \] 4. **State the final answer:** - The potential difference across the ends of the wire is: \[ V = 3 \, \text{volts} \] ### Final Answer: The potential difference across the ends of the wire is **3 volts**. ---
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