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O-LevelPhysicsMagnetism5054/11 · May/June 2017 · Q391 Mark

A student uses a transformer to light a filament lamp using a 230V a.c. supply. The lamp has a maximum voltage rating of 6.0 V. What happens when the circuit is switched on?

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AThe lamp does not light at all.
BThe lamp lights dimly.
CThe lamp lights at normal brightness.
DThe lamp lights up brightly and then goes out.

✓ Correct answer

D: The lamp lights up brightly and then goes out.

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Topic
Magnetism, O-Level Physics (syllabus 5054). Multiple choice, 1 mark.
Source
O-Level Physics, May/June 2017 Paper 1 Variant 1, question 39.

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