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H ow many 200W/220V incandescent lamps connected in series would consume the same total power as a single 100W/220V incandescent lamp?
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- not possible
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- 3
- 2
Correct Option: D
V1 = V2 = Vn = | ||
n |
Power consumed in n bulbs connected in series

P1 = n. | ![]() | ![]() | 2 | . | = | ||||
n | R1 | nR1 |
But R1 = | ||
200 |
∴ P1 = | ||
n |
It must be equal to 100 watts (for bulb 100W/220V)
∴ | = 100 | |
n |
or n = 2