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Two bulbs have ratings 100 W, 220 V and 60 W, 220 V respectively. Which one has a greater resistance?

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P=VI=`V^2//R` For the same V,R is inversely proportional to P. therefore the bulb 60W, 220V has a greater resistance.
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