Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Electric circuits

Electric circuits — practice question

A student carries out an investigation on an electric circuit to determine the resistance of an unknown resistor Z. The student arranges the incomplete circuit shown in Fig. 2.1. A break is shown between the points labelled X and Y.
(a)[1]

State the voltmeter reading V0.

(b(i))[2]

Use the voltmeter reading in Table 2.1 when the 10 Ω resistor is connected between X and Y to work out the current I in the circuit. Apply the equation: $I = \frac{V}{R}$. Give your answer for I in Table 2.1 to 2 significant figures.

(b(ii))[1]

The voltmeter reading V for the 47 Ω resistor is absent. Calculate V. Add your answer to Table 2.1.

(c)[4]

Plot a graph of V / V (y-axis) against I / A (x-axis). Begin both axes at the origin (0,0). Draw a best-fit straight line.

(d)[2]

Find the gradient G of your line. Show your working fully and mark on the graph the values you use.

(e)[1]

State the value of the resistance RZ. Record your answer to the nearest ohm.

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