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Physics · May / June 2023 · Paper 12 · Question 28

5054Electromotive force and potential difference

Three identical cells are connected in parallel to a resistor. What is the advantage of using three cells in parallel rather than using a single cell?

  1. AEach cell produces more energy.
  2. BEach cell supplies more charge.
  3. CEach cell takes longer to discharge.
  4. DThe e.m.f. is greater than that of a single cell.

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Correct answer: C. Each cell takes longer to discharge.

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