Physics 9702 · AS & A Level · Potential difference and power

Potential difference and power — practice question

A $13\,\Omega$ resistor is connected in series to a power supply whose electromotive force (e.m.f.) is $12\,\text{V}$ and whose internal resistance is $2.0\,\Omega$. What power is dissipated in the $13\,\Omega$ resistor?

  • A$8.3\,\text{W}$
  • B$9.6\,\text{W}$
  • C$10\,\text{W}$
  • D$11\,\text{W}$

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