Physics 9702 · AS & A Level · Practical circuits

Practical circuits — practice question

A cell has internal resistance $r$ and electromotive force (e.m.f.) $E$. The cell is placed in series with an ammeter and a variable resistor with resistance $R$. When $R$ is $10\,\Omega$ the ammeter shows $0.3\,\text{A}$. When $R$ is $5\,\Omega$ the ammeter shows $0.4\,\text{A}$. What is the value of $E$?

  • A$0.5\,\text{V}$
  • B$2\,\text{V}$
  • C$3\,\text{V}$
  • D$6\,\text{V}$

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