A potential difference of 120 V produces a current of 8.0 A in the heating element of a toaster.What is the resistance of this heating element while the toaster is carrying this current? A)6.7 $\times$ 10^-2 $\Omega$ B)15 $\Omega$ C)0.96 k$\Omega$ D)67 $\Omega$ E)30 $\Omega$

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The resistance can be calculated using Ohm's Law, $R = \frac{V}{I}$, where $V = 120$ V and $I = 8.0$ A. Thus, $R = \frac{120}{8} = 15 \Omega$.

A Potential Difference of 120 V Produces a Current of 8.0