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PHY 102 Last Minute Prep Objective Question

Question

In an antique auto, a 6V battery supplies 48W to two identical headlights in parallel. Resistance of each bulb?
Options
A 0.67
B 1.5
Correct Answer
C 3
D 4
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Total power = 48W, V = 6V. R_total = V²/P = 36/48 = 0.75Ω. Two in parallel: 1/R_total = 2/R => R = 2 × 0.75 = 1.5Ω.

Hint

Total power = V²/R_total. Then find individual resistance.

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