Electrical Power for a Garage Panel

I’m running power to my garage from the house, what size cable and breakers would be correct

Sizing Cable and Breakers for a Garage Electrical Panel

Question: I’m running power to my garages(2)from the house. What size cable and breakers would be correct if I wanted a 100 amps in the garages. The house has 150 amp service.

Dave

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