College Physics: A Strategic Approach (4th Edition)
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Author: Randall D. Knight (Professor Emeritus), Brian Jones, Stuart Field
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Chapter 22, Problem 22MCQ
Lightbulbs are typically rated by their power dissipation when operated at a given voltage. Which of the following lightbulbs has the largest current through it when operated at the voltage for which it’s rated?
A 0.8 W, 1.5 V
B. 6W, 3V
C. 4 W, 4.5 V
D. 8W, 6 V
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