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Of three bulbs rated 60 W, 100 W and 200 W, which one has the thickest filament?

Correct answer D. 200 W

Explanation

For the same supply voltage, R = V²/P, so the 200 W bulb has the lowest resistance. A lower resistance requires a filament with a larger cross-sectional area, making it the thickest.

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