What Is the Correct Formula for Calculating Average Power in an AC Circuit?

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Homework Statement



Given resistance of circuit 68 W, I(max) = .191 A, V(max) = 22.5, what is the average power of this circuit?

Homework Equations



P(avg) = I(avg)V(max)

The Attempt at a Solution



I took .191 and divided by sqrt(2) to get the rms current and multiplied by the max voltage 22.5. Not getting the right answer, though...
 
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