There are 'n' number of identical electric bulbs, each is designed to draw a power p independently from the mains supply. They are now joined in series across the mains supply. The total power drawn by the combination is :
- np
- p
- pn2
- pn
Answer
(4) pn
Solution
Let the mains voltage be V. Resistance of each bulb:
R = V2p
In series: Rs = nR = nV2p
Total power drawn across the same mains supply:
P = V2Rs = V2nV2/p
P = pn
Answer: (4)