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Electricity Calculation Formula:

\[ \text{Electricity (kWh)} = \sum (\text{Appliance Power (kW)} \times \text{Usage Hours}) \]

Appliance 1 Power:

Appliance 1 Usage Hours:

hours

Appliance 2 Power:

Appliance 2 Usage Hours:

hours

Appliance 3 Power:

Appliance 3 Usage Hours:

hours

Total Electricity Consumption:

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1. What is Electricity Consumption Calculation?

Electricity consumption calculation helps determine the total energy usage of household appliances by summing the product of each appliance's power rating and its usage time. This provides valuable insight into energy consumption patterns and helps in managing electricity costs.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the electricity consumption formula:

\[ \text{Electricity (kWh)} = \sum (\text{Appliance Power (kW)} \times \text{Usage Hours}) \]

Where:

\( \text{Appliance Power} \) — Power rating of the appliance in kilowatts (kW)
\( \text{Usage Hours} \) — Number of hours the appliance is used
\( \sum \) — Summation of all appliance consumptions

Explanation: The calculation multiplies each appliance's power consumption by its usage time and sums up all values to get total electricity consumption in kilowatt-hours (kWh).

3. Importance of Electricity Calculation

Details: Calculating electricity consumption helps in budgeting energy costs, identifying energy-intensive appliances, promoting energy efficiency, and reducing environmental impact through conscious energy usage.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the power rating of each appliance in kilowatts (kW) and the daily usage hours. You can calculate for up to 3 appliances. Leave unused appliance fields empty. All values must be positive numbers.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: How do I convert watts to kilowatts?
A: Divide the wattage by 1000. For example, 1500 watts = 1.5 kW.

Q2: What is a typical power rating for common appliances?
A: Refrigerator: 0.1-0.4 kW, TV: 0.05-0.2 kW, Washing Machine: 0.5-1.5 kW, LED Light: 0.005-0.015 kW.

Q3: How accurate is this calculation?
A: This provides an estimate. Actual consumption may vary based on appliance efficiency, usage patterns, and other factors.

Q4: Can I calculate monthly consumption?
A: Yes, multiply daily usage hours by 30 (for monthly) or use average daily usage over the month.

Q5: Why is electricity measured in kWh?
A: Kilowatt-hour is the standard unit for electricity billing, representing energy consumption of 1 kilowatt over 1 hour.