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Physics (AS & A Level) · May / June 2024 · Paper 13 · Question 35

9702Practical circuits

The diagram shows a circuit that includes a cell with internal resistance. The switch is initially open. Which row describes the effects on currents I1 and I2 of closing the switch?

  1. AI1 decreases, I2 decreases
  2. BI1 decreases, I2 stays the same
  3. CI1 increases, I2 decreases
  4. DI1 increases, I2 stays the same

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Correct answer: C. I1 increases, I2 decreases

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