An experimental heating system consists of two independent heating elements, A and B. Element A, of resistance RRR, is connected to a direct current (dc) supply of constant voltage VVV, dissipating a thermal power PPP.
Element B, of resistance 0.5R0.5R0.5R, is connected to an alternating current (ac) supply that provides a sinusoidal voltage with a peak value of 3V.
What is the average power dissipated by Element B in terms of PPP?
4.5P4.5P4.5P
9P9P9P
18P18P18P
36P36P36P