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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 A. The efficiency of the transformer is approximately -
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Options:
  • A 30%
  • B 50%
  • C 90%
  • D 10%
Solution:
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The correct answer is: 90%
Efficiency of Transformer =Power outputPower input

% η=PoutPin×100=100220×0.5×100=90%

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