Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Electric circuits

Electric circuits — practice question

Fig. 9.1 illustrates a circuit fitted with a 3-position switch. The switch’s moving contact is permanently joined to point Y, which serves as the pivot. The opposite end of the moving contact, labelled X, may be linked to point A, B or C.
(a(i))[1]

Determine the current in the motor when the switch is connected to point A.

(a(ii))[2]

Determine the current in the motor when the switch is connected to point B.

(a(iii))[2]

Determine the current in the motor when the switch is connected to point C.

(b)[3]

Calculate the combined resistance for this arrangement.

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