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Q.

Which one has a higher electrical resistance, a 100 watt bulb or a 60 watt bulb?

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a

60 watt bulb

b

both have similar resistance

c

Can't decide based on given data

d

100 watt bulb

answer is B.

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Detailed Solution

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The power required by the electrical appliance to work is inversely proportional to the electrical resistance. 
P=V2/R
or
R=V2/P
Here
R= resistance
V= voltage
P=power of the bulb
Since the voltage is constant:
=>R100=V2/100 and 
=>R60=V2/60
=>R60>R100

Hence, The 60 watt bulb shows high electrical resistance.

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