Physics Current Electricity Electric Conduction, Ohm's Law, Electric Current, Potential Deffrence MCQ (Single Correct)

Two bulbs consume same power when operated at 200V and 300V respectively. When these bulbs are connected in series across a DC source of 500 V, then –

A
Ratio of potential difference across them is 3/2
B
Ratio of potential difference across them is 4/9
C
Ratio of power consumed across them is 4/9
D
Ratio of power consumed across them is 3/2

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(b, c)

P = V 2 /R ∴ R = V 2 /P or R ∝ V 2

i.e. = = 4/9

When connected in series, potential drop is in the ratio of their resistance. So

Now, P = I 2 R or P ∝ R (in series I is the same)

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