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Physics · Oct / Nov 2020 · Paper 11 · Question 35

5054Series and parallel circuits

In the circuit shown, the resistance of resistor Y is four times greater than the resistance of resistor X. [circuit diagram: 10 V battery connected across two series resistors X and Y, with voltmeters V_X across X and V_Y across Y] What is the difference V_Y − V_X of the voltages shown on the voltmeters?

  1. A2.0 V
  2. B5.0 V
  3. C6.0 V
  4. D8.0 V

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Correct answer: C. 6.0 V

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