JAMB Physics 1990 Question 44

Question 44

Electrical Energy and Power

A lamp is rated 240 V, 60 W. The resistance of the filament is

  1. A.960 Ω
  2. B.16 Ω
  3. C.15 Ω
  4. D.4 Ω
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Answer: A (960 Ω)

Explanation

R = V²/P = 240²/60 = 960 Ω.