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Physics · May / June 2020 · Paper 61 · Question 2

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A student determines the resistances of some filament lamps. Fig. 2.1 shows the first circuit she uses. A V power supply L1 Fig. 2.1

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  • 2(a)(i)[1]

    V1 = 3.5

  • 2(a)(ii)[1]

    I1 = 0.38

  • 2(a)(iii)[2]

    R1 = 9.21 (ecf allowed)

    Unit Ω

  • 2(b)[1]

    R2 = 5.7 and R3 = 4.6, with consistent 2 sf

  • 2(c)[1]

    Total R = 20

  • 2(d)[2]

    Statement matches readings (Expect B)

    Justification with suitable numbers quoted

  • 2(e)[3]

    Three lamps in series, correct symbol

    Voltmeter across lamp L3

    Other symbols and circuit correct

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