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27 May, 10:58

Two light bulbs, A and B, are connected to a 120-V outlet (a constant voltage source). Light bulb A is rated at 60 W and light bulb B is rated at 100 W. Which light bulb has a greater filament resistance?

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  1. 27 May, 13:02
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    Bulb A has a greater resistance.

    Explanation:

    Electric power (P) = V²/R

    P = V²/R ... Equation 1

    Where P = power, V = Voltage, R = Resistance.

    Make R the subject of the equation

    R = V²/P ... Equation 2

    For Bulb A,

    Given: V = 120 V, P = 60 W.

    Substitute into equation 2

    R = 120²/60

    R = 240 Ω

    For bulb B

    Given: V = 120 V, P = 100 W.

    Substitute into equation 2

    R = 120²/100

    R = 14400/100

    R = 144 Ω

    Hence Bulb A has a greater resistance.
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