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CSEC Physics · January 2015 · Paper 2 · Question 5(a)(ii)

State the formula that expresses the total resistance, R_T, of two resistors, R₁ and R₂, in parallel.

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  1. 5(a)(i)State the formula that relates the potential difference across a metallic conductor at constant temperature to the current through it.[1 mark]
  2. 5(b)(i)What is the resistance of the bulb?[2 marks]
  3. 5(b)(ii)Assuming the resistance of the bulb remains constant once lit, calculate the ammeter reading if the rheostat is set to 100 Ω.[4 marks]
  4. 5(b)(iii)Is there a danger in reducing the rheostat resistance too much? Explain.[3 marks]
  5. 5(b)(iv)The assumption made in (b)(ii) is incorrect. With the aid of an I-V graph, indicate how the bulb's resistance actually varies with current.[4 marks]

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