Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Electric circuits

Electric circuits — practice question

Fig. 10.1 illustrates a lamp and a resistor joined in a circuit.
(a(i))[1]

Find the total resistance of the $3.0\,\Omega$ resistor and the $5.0\,\Omega$ lamp.

(a(ii))[1]

State the reading shown by ammeter Y.

(b)[3]

State and explain how this change affects the current in ammeter X.

(c)[3]

Calculate the resistance of the lamp.

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This 8-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: So, 3.0 + 5.0 = 8.0 Ω

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