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Mnemonic device

Twinkle Twinkle Little Star Power equals I squared R

  • Twinkle Twinkle Little Star, Power equals I squared R

Explanation

This mnemonic represents the formula: Power in watts = V * I. Set to the tune of "Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star," this memory aid helps electronics students recall the formula P = I²R, which links electrical power to current and resistance.

Example: a circuit carries a current of 2 amps (I = 2) through a resistor of 3 ohms (R = 3).

  • P = I²R
  • P = 2² × 3
  • P = 4 × 3 = 12 watts

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