Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Electric circuits

Electric circuits — practice question

The circuit contains an a.c. supply together with two lamps, and the lamps are connected in parallel.
(a)[2]

Draw a circuit diagram for this arrangement.

(b(i))[2]

Calculate the current through the 800 Ω lamp.

(b(ii))[3]

Calculate the energy consumed by the 800 Ω lamp over 5.0 hours. Express your answer in kWh.

(b(iii))[2]

Calculate the equivalent resistance of the two lamps in this circuit.

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