Physics 5054 · O Level · Series and parallel circuits

Series and parallel circuits — practice question

Fig. 6.1 illustrates a circuit made up of a resistor linked to a 6.0 V power supply and a lamp L. The resistor has a resistance of $60\,\Omega$. The lamp is marked 6.0 V, 0.90 W.
(a(i))[2]

Calculate the current flowing through the resistor.

(a(ii))[2]

Calculate the current supplied by the power supply.

(b(i))[1]

A second lamp is included in the circuit shown in Fig. 6.1. The second lamp is in series with the $60\,\Omega$ resistor, but it is not in series with lamp L. In the space below, draw a circuit diagram of this new circuit.

(b(ii))[1]

The two lamps are identical. Explain why the second lamp is dimmer than lamp L. You do not need to carry out a calculation.

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This 6-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: I = V / R, or 6/60

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