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Re: How do I solve THIS problem?!?
Posted to Technical Theory Forum on 9/7/2005

your numbers are correct at cold state, but the bulb will draw less current as it heats up. Check the 'hot' current with a low amps probe, then plug the current reading into Ohms law (use 13.5v though to be closer to operating conditions). Make sure you calcul... Login to read more.