An electric bulb is rated 500W - 200V. Calculate the magnitude of the current.
100 A
2.5 A
0.4 A
10 A
Given: Power (P) = 500 W and Voltage (V) = 200 V
We know that, Current (I) = Power (P)Voltage (V)=500200 = 2.5
∴ Current (I) = 2.5 A
An electric bulb rated for 500 W at 100 V is used in a circuit having a 200 V supply. The resistance R that must be put in series with the bulb, so that the bulb draws 500 W, is