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A 100W ,200V bulb is connected to a 160V supply. The actual power consumption would be:

Correct answer: B. 72 W

  • A. 64 W
  • B. 72 W
  • C. 100 W
  • D. neutral particles

Explanation

The power consumed by the bulb can be calculated using the formula P=V2/R, where P is power, V is voltage and R is resistance. In this case, with 160V supply instead of the designed 200V, the new power consumption is 1602/2002 x 100W= 72W

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