A resistor of resistance R is connected to a battery of negligible internal resistance. If...

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WAEC 2009

A resistor of resistance R is connected to a battery of negligible internal resistance. If a siilar resistor is connected in series with it the

  • A. effective resistance of the circuit is halved
  • B. total power dissipated is doubled
  • C. total current in the circuit is halved
  • D. terminal voltage is halved

Correct Answer: B. total power dissipated is doubled



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