3 Watt Resistor Wattage Problem
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The left one is an obvious solution, just use a higher rating than 3 W

The other solutions using multiple resistors all add up to make a 120 Ohm, 4 W resistor which can replace a 120 Ohms 3 W resistor.

I also agree with Andy's comment, that doesn't look like a 3 W resistor unless you are a giant and have HUGE hands. My guess is that this is a 0.5 Watt resistor.