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If household voltage is 120 volts, what is the resistance created by the light bulb with 0.5 amps of current flowing through it?

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Answer:

R = 240 Ω

Step-by-step explanation:

The resistance created by the light bulb can be calculated by using Ohm's Law:


V = IR\\\\R =(V)/(I)

where,

R = Resistance created by the light bulb = ?

V = Voltage across the bulb = 120 volts

I = current passing through the light bulb = 0.5 A

Therefore,


R = (120\ volts)/(0.5\ A)

R = 240 Ω

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