Electricity · Class 10 · CBSE Science
An electric bulb is rated 220text{ V} and 100text{ W}. When it is operated on 110text{ V}, what is the power consumed by the bulb?
Practice question from Electricity (Class 10 · CBSE Science), with the correct answer and a step-by-step solution.
hard · MCQ · Q-CE4256
An electric bulb is rated and . When it is operated on , what is the power consumed by the bulb?
- A.100 W
- B.50 W
- C.25 WCorrect answer
- D.200 W
Solution
The resistance of the bulb remains constant and can be calculated using . When operated at , the new power consumed is .
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