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WAEC Physics 2022 Objective — Question 29

Question 29 of 50 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Physics 2022 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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A lamp is rated 240V, 60W. Determine the resistance of the lamp when lit.

  • A. 120 Ω
  • B. 240 Ω
  • C. 540 Ω
  • D. 960 ΩCorrect

Explanation

Using P=V²/R: R=V²/P=240²/60=57600/60=960Ω.

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