Calculating total price using kilo watt hours?

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The discussion focuses on calculating the cost of electricity consumption based on a current of 1 Ampere and a voltage of 25,000 Volts, with a rate of £0.10 per kilowatt-hour (kWh). The total power consumption can be calculated using the formula Power (kW) = Voltage (V) x Current (A) / 1000. In this case, the power is 25 kW, leading to a cost of £2.50 for one hour of usage. This calculation is essential for understanding electricity costs in practical applications.

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What is the cost for 1 hr?

Current = 1 A
Voltage = 25 000 V
Kilowatt hour = £0.10 KWhr
 
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j-lee00 said:
What is the cost for 1 hr?

Current = 1 A
Voltage = 25 000 V
Kilowatt hour = £0.10 KWhr

What is the context of the question? Where are you finding 25kV? Is this a schoolwork question?
 

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