A-LevelPhysicsD.C. circuits9702/12 · Oct/Nov 2012 · Q351 Mark

A cell of internal resistance 2.0 Ω and electromotive force (e.m.f.) 1.5 V is connected to a resistor of resistance 3.0 Ω. What is the potential difference across the 3.0 Ω resistor?

A1.5 V

B1.2 V

C0.9 V

D0.6 V

✓ Correct answer

C: 0.9 V

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Topic: D.C. circuits, A-Level Physics (syllabus 9702). Multiple choice, 1 mark.
Source: A-Level Physics, Oct/Nov 2012 Paper 1 Variant 2, question 35.

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