Q. A torch bulb rated as is connected as shown in fig. the e.m.f. of the cell, needed to make the bulb glow at full intensity is :

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Solution:

Resistance of bulb is given as

The equivalent of and in parallel combination which is connected across the battery is given as

Current drawn from battery is given as

Current through the bulb is

For correct power dissipation in the bulb we use