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6 April, 13:38

A resistor uses 100 w of power when connected to 120 v emf. What is the current through the same resistor when connected to a 220 v emf?

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  1. 6 April, 14:07
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    Let the resistance of resistor be R.

    Power of resistor V² / R, where V is potential applied.

    V² / R = 100

    120² / R = 100

    R = 120² / 100

    = 144 ohm.

    Now potential diff applied = 220 V

    current = potential diff / resistance

    = 220 / 144

    = 1.53 A approx.
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