Physics 9702 · AS & A Level · Practical circuits

Practical circuits — practice question

A cell with constant electromotive force sends a current $I$ through an external resistor of resistance $R$. The p.d. across the terminals of the cell is $V$. If the internal resistance $r$ of the cell becomes larger, what happens to $V$ and to $I$?

  • A$V$ decreases, $I$ decreases
  • B$V$ decreases, $I$ increases
  • C$V$ increases, $I$ decreases
  • D$V$ increases, $I$ increases

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