Physics 9702 · AS & A Level · Resistance and resistivity

Resistance and resistivity — practice question

The diagram represents a circuit containing a cell and three resistors with resistances $R_1$, $R_2$ and $R_3$. The cell has negligible internal resistance. The total resistance of the circuit is $R_T$. Which equation for $R_T$ is correct?

  • A$R_T = R_1 + R_2 + R_3$
  • B$R_T = \frac{1}{R_1 + R_2} + \frac{1}{R_3}$
  • C$\frac{1}{R_T} = \frac{1}{R_1 + R_2 + R_3}$
  • D$\frac{1}{R_T} = \frac{1}{R_1 + R_2} + \frac{1}{R_3}$

Worked solution & mark scheme

This 1-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme.

  • Full mark scheme, point by point
  • Step-by-step worked solution
  • Write your answer & get it marked instantly by AI