Physics 5054 · O Level · The transformer

The transformer — practice question

A step-down transformer contains a primary coil and a secondary coil wrapped around a soft-iron core. The primary coil is linked to a $6.0\,\text{V}$ direct current (d.c.) supply. Which statement about the transformer is correct?

  • AThe output voltage is equal to $6.0\,\text{V}$.
  • BThe output voltage is greater than $6.0\,\text{V}$.
  • CThe output voltage is less than $6.0\,\text{V}$ but more than zero.
  • DThere is no output voltage.

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