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Current Density

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Here, the current density is not being asked for,
but the current.

Therefore, think about how the formula has to be rearranged.
If the current density and the conductor cross-section are known,
the current can be calculated from them.

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Step-by-step guide:

The given values are the
current density of 6 A/mm² and
the conductor cross-section of 2 mm².

The basic formula is:
current density = current divided by conductor cross-section.

The current is required.
Therefore, the formula is rearranged:
current = current density multiplied by conductor cross-section.

Substituting the values: 6 A/mm² × 2 mm².
The calculation gives: 6 × 2 = 12.
The current is 12 A.


A conductor has a current density of 6 A/mm². The conductor cross-section is 2 mm². What is the current?

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