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Who invented the light bulb?

1. Alexander Graham Bell
2. Isaac Newton
3. Thomas Edison
4. James Watt

Correct answer: Thomas Edison

Solution

Thomas Edison is widely credited with inventing the practical incandescent light bulb. Although others contributed to earlier versions, SSC-style GK questions usually expect Edison.

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