In the diagram above, a 200 W bulb is lighted by a 240 V a.c…

In the diagram above, a 200 W bulb is lighted by a 240 V a.c mains supply. If 1kwh is sold at N40, the cost of keeping the bulb lighted for a day is
  • A.
    N1,920.00
  • B.
    N192.00
  • C.
    N19.20
  • D.
    N1.92
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation

Energy consumed = power x time
= 200W x 24hr = 4800wh
= 4.8 kwh
But 1 kwh cost N40
∴ 4.8kwh costs 4.8 x 40
= N192

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