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# Ohm’s Law Explained

**Ohm’s Law** states that voltage equals current multiplied by resistance: **V = I × R**. It describes how electrical pressure (volts), flow (amps), and opposition (ohms) interact in many circuits.

 

## The Three Ohm’s Law Formulas

 **V = I × R** **I = V ÷ R** **R = V ÷ I** 

## Combining with Watt’s Law

 

Power formulas: **P = V × I**, **P = I² × R**, **P = V² ÷ R**. Use our [amps to watts calculator](/) when you know current and voltage.

 

## Worked Example

 

A 12V circuit with 4Ω resistance: I = 12 ÷ 4 = **3 A**. Power = 12 × 3 = **36 W**.

 

## When Ohm’s Law Does Not Apply

 

Motors, transformers, and AC loads with reactance need power factor. Ohm’s Law still helps estimate resistive portions, but use AC power formulas for accurate wattage.

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## Apply This Knowledge

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