An electric bulb rated 220 V, 100 W is operated at 110 V. The power consumed is MCQ with Answer and Explanation

An electric bulb rated 220 V, 100 W is operated at 110 V. The power consumed is
A. 12.5 W
B. 25 W
C. 100 W
D. 50 W
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Resistance R = V²/P = 220²/100 = 484 Ω. At 110 V, P = V²/R = 110²/484 = 12100/484 = 25 W. Assuming resistance constant. Power reduces to quarter when voltage halved (P ∝ V² for fixed R).

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