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How much does it cost to run a microwave for 9 hours in a week if the microwave runs on 1200 watts and the electric company charges 11 cents per kilowatt hour?
9 hours at 1200 watts is 9x1.2 kilowatt-hours or 10.8 kWh, so at 11 cents per kWh that costs 10.8 x 11 cents or $1.19.
Another Answer
It's difficult to answer this question, as microwave ovens do not operate continuously, but in 'bursts'. So, unless you know the duration of each burst, it's not really possible to answer the question.
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What all does FPL meters measure kw/kwh and what else?
Florida Power & Light Company only measures kw/kwh (kilowatt per kilowatt hour). However, your bill will include a standard customer charge to cover general maintenance and administration fees. Fuel charges, non-fuel charges and taxes are also included in the bill. These charges are based on your electric usage.
The electric company charges 3 cents per kilowatt hours George used 2800 kilowatt hours in April 3200 kilowatt hours in may and 3600 kilowatt hours in June what is the average cost of electricity for?
The total cost for April is $84 (2800 kWh * $0.03), for May it is $96 (3200 kWh * $0.03), and for June it is $108 (3600 kWh * $0.03). The total cost for the three months is $288 ($84 + $96 + $108). The average monthly cost is $96 ($288 / 3 months).
How much does electricity cost per kilowatt hour in Cavite?
Electricity rates in Cavite vary depending on the distribution utility company, consumption volume, and pricing structure. As of January 2022, the average residential electricity rate in Cavite is around PHP 10 to PHP 12 per kilowatt-hour. For specific and up-to-date rates, it's best to check with the local distribution utility company or visit their website.
How much does it cost to run a blow drier for 15 hours in a week if the blow drier runs on 1100 watts and the electric company charges 9 cents per kilowatt hour?
To calculate the cost of running a blow dryer for 15 hours at 1100 watts, first convert watts to kilowatts: 1100 watts = 1.1 kilowatts. Then, multiply the kilowatt usage by the number of hours (1.1 kW × 15 hours = 16.5 kWh). Finally, multiply the total kilowatt-hours by the cost per kilowatt-hour (16.5 kWh × $0.09 = $1.485). Therefore, it costs approximately $1.49 to run the blow dryer for 15 hours in a week.
How much does 9 watt light bulb cost to run for 1 hour?
Unfortunately this answer is dependant completely on the "kilowatt per hour" your company charges you. If I receive this information from you then i will be more than happy to answer your question. -Tychusfindlay919
What does the electric company charge you for?
The electric company charges you for the electricity you use in your home or business. This charge is typically based on the amount of electricity consumed, measured in kilowatt-hours. Additionally, there may be additional fees for connection, maintenance, and administrative costs.
What all does FPL meters measure kw/kwh and what else?
Florida Power & Light Company only measures kw/kwh (kilowatt per kilowatt hour). However, your bill will include a standard customer charge to cover general maintenance and administration fees. Fuel charges, non-fuel charges and taxes are also included in the bill. These charges are based on your electric usage.
How much does electricity cost per kilowatt hour in the US for businesses?
It depends upon what the power company charges.
When electricity is sold to a customer what are the units of the sale?
In North America it is kilowatt/hour. A kilowatt is 1000 watts. To find out how much your utility company charges you per kilowatt/hour, look on your utility bill. On my bill it is .08 cents for every kilowatt/hour that I consume.
What does an electric company use to determine how many kilowatt hours of energy are used by a household?
An electricity meter
A utility company charges its consumers 04 for each kilowatt hours of electricity If in a particular month a consumer used 1076 kilowatt hours of electricitywhat was the person's electric bill for?
.04 cents per 1000 watts. customer used 1076000 watts. 1076000/1000 x .04 = 43.03. 1076 x .04 = $43.03
How can you calculate the electricity bill for 100 watts by 12 hours?
To calculate an answer, first multiply the watts used by the hours of use. This will give you watt hours. Now divide your answer by 1000 and this will give you kWh of use. Take the kWh of use and multiply it by the cost per kilowatt that your utility company charges you per kilowatt hour. This information can be found on your electric bill or you can give them a call and ask how much they charge you per kilowatt hour.
The electric company charges 3 cents per kilowatt hours George used 2800 kilowatt hours in April 3200 kilowatt hours in may and 3600 kilowatt hours in June what is the average cost of electricity for?
The total cost for April is $84 (2800 kWh * $0.03), for May it is $96 (3200 kWh * $0.03), and for June it is $108 (3600 kWh * $0.03). The total cost for the three months is $288 ($84 + $96 + $108). The average monthly cost is $96 ($288 / 3 months).
What is one half kilowatt of electricity?
A kilowatt by definition is the equivalent of "1,000 watts for one hour". It is the way the electric company measures power usage. One "half kilowatt": Imagine you have five 100W light bulbs burning in various places in your house. After one hour, you have used one-half kilowatt of electricity.
How much does it cost to run a computer for 50 hours in a week if the monitor runs on 140 Watts and the tower runs on 260 Watts and the Electric Company charges 11.2 cents per kilowatt-hour?
It would cost $2.24 in electricity to run the computer 50 hours in a week.
Can electricity be lost when the utility switches out the meter?
It is not entirely clear to me what you are asking, however I will answer the question I think you want the answer for. When the electric company technician unplugs the old kilowatt hour meter that will disconnect the electric power from your house of business. When the electric company technician plugs in the new kilowatt hour meter that will reconnect the electric power to your house of business. For his own safety before switching the meters the electric company technician will probably disconnect the electric power from your house of business on the power pole or in the utility transformer box before beginning the work. So, yes you will have no electric power while this work is being done.
If you used a 1500 watt hairdryer for 20 minutes how much would it cost you?
This would depend upon how much per kilowatt-hour that you power company charges you.
