Physics 9702 · AS & A Level · Potential dividers

Potential dividers — practice question

A potential divider is made from a light-dependent resistor (LDR) connected in series with a variable resistor whose resistance is $R$. As the light intensity rises, the resistance of the LDR falls. The variable resistor may be adjusted to either a high resistance or a low resistance. In which arrangement is the output voltage greatest?

  • Alight level at LDR: high; $R$: high
  • Blight level at LDR: high; $R$: low
  • Clight level at LDR: low; $R$: high
  • Dlight level at LDR: low; $R$: low

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