A transformer is used to light a 100 W and 110 V lamp from a 220 V mains.

A Transformer Is Used To Light A 100 W And Physics Question

A transformer is used to light a 100 W and 110 V lamp from a 220 V mains. If the main current is 0.5 amp, the efficiency of the transformer is approximately

Options

(a) 50%
(b) 90%
(c) 10%
(d) 30%

Correct Answer:

90%

Explanation:

? = P output / P input x 100
= 100 / 220 x 0.5 = 90.9%

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Subject: Physics (2479)

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