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CAPE Physics Unit 2 · 2007 · Paper 1 · Question Q3

A circuit is set up as shown in the diagram. What happens to the readings on the ammeter and voltmeter if the resistance of the variable resistor is increased?

  1. (A)Ammeter: Increase; Voltmeter: Increase
  2. (B)Ammeter: Decrease; Voltmeter: Decrease
  3. (C)Ammeter: Increase; Voltmeter: No change
  4. (D)Ammeter: No change; Voltmeter: No change

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