Two bulbs, one rated and the other , glow for each. Which bulb converts more…

PHYSICS · Subjective · AP · Physics 2: Algebra-based · Electric Circuits · Electric Circuits

Problem

Two bulbs, one rated 40 W40\,\text{W} and the other 60 W60\,\text{W}, glow for 2 h2\,\text{h} each. Which bulb converts more electrical energy into light and heat, and by how much work (in joules) does it exceed the other?

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