An electric heater draws a current of $2\;A$ when connected to a voltage source of $120\;V$. What is the resistance of the heater coil?

  • A
    $60\;\Omega$
  • B
    $30\;\Omega$
  • C
    $240\;\Omega$
  • D
    $480\;\Omega$

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