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A-LevelPhysicsD.C. circuits9702/12 · Feb/Mar 2019 · Q381 Mark

The circuit shown consists of two resistors of resistances 10 kΩ and 50 kΩ and a component Y. A 6.0 V supply is provided. The electric potential of the bottom wire is 0 V. [Figure 38.1] The current in component Y is negligible. What is the electric potential at junction X?

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A1.0 V
B1.2 V
C4.8 V
D5.0 V

✓ Correct answer

D: 5.0 V

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D.C. circuits, A-Level Physics (syllabus 9702). Multiple choice, 1 mark.
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A-Level Physics, Feb/Mar 2019 Paper 1 Variant 2, question 38.

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