How Do You Calculate EMF in a Circuit with a Resistor?

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The discussion centers on calculating electromotive force (EMF) in a circuit containing a resistor. The key equations referenced include I = e/(r + R), Ir + IR = emf, and P = VI. A participant clarifies that in the absence of internal resistance in a battery, the EMF is equivalent to the voltage across the terminals, concluding that the voltage calculated as 54.8V represents the EMF in this scenario.

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Homework Statement


The question itself doesn't make sense to me, it says to find emf but the answer box has V=
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problem is an attachment.


Homework Equations


I=e/(r+R)
Ir+IR=emf
P=VI


The Attempt at a Solution


If it wants voltage that's simple P=I^2R P=V^2/R V=54.8V if it wants emf I need some pointers ... Thanks for any help
 

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Dont worry - - solved V is emf
 
Here emf is the voltage difference
 
If a battery has no internal resistance, its EMF and its voltage are the same thing.
 

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