The hot resistance of an incandescent lamp is 10 ohms and the rated voltage is 50 volts. Find the series resistance required to operate lamp an 80 volt supply.

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The hot resistance of an incandescent lamp is 10 ohms and the rated voltage is 50 volts. Find the series resistance required to operate lamp an 80 volt supply.

 

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