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Aluminum wiring has sometimes been used instead of copper for economy. According to the National Electrical Code, the maximum allowable current for 12-gauge copper wire with rubber insulation is 20A. What should be the maximum allowable current in a 12-gauge aluminum wire if the power per unit length delivered to the resistance in the aluminum write is the same as that delivered in the copper wire?
Please help me to figure out the steps. the answer is 15.5A.
Please help me to figure out the steps. the answer is 15.5A.