What happens to the power dissipated in a resistor when the voltage ac

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The power dissipated in a resistor is directly related to the voltage across it, following the formula P = V²/R, where P is power, V is voltage, and R is resistance. As the voltage increases, the power dissipation increases quadratically, assuming resistance remains constant. This relationship is crucial for understanding electrical circuits and optimizing performance in various applications. Properly documenting the problem-solving process is essential for effective assistance in discussions.

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What happens to the power dissipated in a resistor when the voltage across it is changed?
 
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Well, what's the relationship between the power dissipated and the voltage across the resistor?
 
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What happens to the power dissipated in a resistor when the voltage across it is changed?

You must show your effort/thoughts on solving the problem before any help can be offered. You must also employ the homework posting template provided when starting a new thread -- do not delete it, it's there to help organize your thoughts and provide a standard format.
 

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