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Home is where the power-consuming devices are. Scholars use given power ratings for common electrical devices to calculate the energy consumed in two hours as well as in a month. They use the average cost per kilowatt-hour to calculate the total cost.
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Instructional Ideas
- Have classmates split up the homework based on electrical devices available in their homes
Classroom Considerations
- Prior preparation to cut out cards is necessary
- Requires a class set of Kill-A-Watt meters
Pros
- Provides a PowerPoint presentation to support learning
- Includes student handouts
Cons
- None