SSC Stenographer 2024 PYQ — Question 147

SSC Stenographer - 11/12/2024 (12:30 PM to 2:30 PM) • General Awareness • Q147

For domestic tariff, one unit of electrical energy consumption is equal to:

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is  option 2  i.e. kilowatt-hour.

For domestic electricity billing, one unit of electrical energy consumption is defined as 1 kilowatt-hour (kWh). This means that if an electrical appliance with a power rating of 1 kilowatt (1000 watts) runs for one hour, it consumes 1 unit of energy. The kilowatt-hour is a standard unit used by electricity boards and utility companies to measure and charge consumers. For example, if you use a 100-watt bulb for 10 hours, it will consume 1 kWh (or 1 unit) of electricity. This unit helps households track and manage their electricity usage effectively and is key in calculating bills.