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if three identical lamps are connected in parallel and the combined resistance 150 ohm; find the resistance of one lamp. Ans. 450 ohms

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Answer:


\huge\boxed{\sf R = 50\ ohms}

Step-by-step explanation:

Given Data:

Equivalent Resistance =
R_T = 150 Ohm

Required:

Resistance of one lamp = R = ?

Formula:


R_T = R + R + R

Solution:

150 = 3R

Divide 3 to both sides

50 ohms = R

R = 50 ohms


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