An electric iron of resistance $20\, \Omega$ takes a current of $5\, A$. Calculate the heat developed in $30\, s$.

  • A
    $6 \times 10^4\, J$
  • B
    $3 \times 10^4\, J$
  • C
    $4.5 \times 10^4\, J$
  • D
    $1.5 \times 10^4\, J$

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