Rankers Physics

Power of Electrical Circuit: Practice Problem & Solution

In India electricity is supplied for domestic use at $220\text{ V}$. It is supplied at $110\text{ V}$ in USA. If the resistance of a $60\text{ W}$ bulb for use in India is $R$, the resistance of a $60\text{ W}$ bulb for use in USA will be: (2004)
$2R$
$\frac{R}{4}$
$\frac{R}{2}$
$R$

Solution Explained:

To solve this problem, we apply the core principles of Power of Electrical Circuit. Understanding the underlying formula is key to arriving at the correct answer below:

Power $P = \frac{V^2}{R}$, which implies $R \propto V^2$ for the same power. Thus, $\frac{R_{\text{USA}}}{R_{\text{India}}} = (\frac{110}{220})^2 = \frac{1}{4}$, yielding $R_{\text{USA}} = \frac{R}{4}$.

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