Three identical bulbs each of resistance 2W are connected as shown. The maximum power that can be consumed by individual bulb is 32W, then the maximum power consumed by the combination is :

Calculate the volage drop (as it would be same in parallel combination) in 2 ohm resistance connected in parallel.
2. Then calculate potential drop in next series connected 2 ohm.
3. Add the potential drop and and then calculate the equivalent resistance .
4. Use the power, voltage and resistance relation to find the power dissipiated.

Good Luck, Akshay.........................