Physics 5054 · O Level · Resistance

Resistance — practice question

A student studies the effective resistance of various combinations of resistors and lamps in circuits.
(a(i))[2]

Note the potential difference $V_1$ and the current $I_1$ shown in Fig. 2.2 and Fig. 2.3.

(a(ii))[1]

Calculate the effective resistance $R_1$ of the resistor combination using the equation $R_1 = \frac{V_1}{I_1}$.

(a(iii))[1]

Suggest why the switch is opened after the readings of potential difference and current have been taken.

(b)[1]

Calculate the effective resistance $R_2$ of the resistor combination using the equation $R_2 = \frac{V_2}{I_2}$. Write down the value of $2R_2$.

(c)[2]

State whether the results show that the resistors are identical. Support your statement with a calculation.

(d)[1]

Suggest one observation that the student makes while carrying out the experiment that supports the idea that filament lamps change resistance because of heating.

(e)[2]

Complete the circuit diagram in Fig. 2.5 to show a third way of linking three lamps between X and Y.

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