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CAPE Physics Unit 2 · 2004 · Paper 1 · Question 5(b)(ii)

A transformer shown in Figure 5 has 5000 primary turns and 100 secondary turns with a primary supply voltage of 120 V r.m.s. Connected across the secondary is a switch S and a 15 Ω resistor.

Calculate the currents in the primary and secondary windings when the switch is closed.

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  1. 5(a)(i)With the aid of a labelled diagram, explain the operation of an ideal transformer.[4 marks]
  2. 5(a)(ii)Write down an expression relating Np, Ns, Vp, and Vs for a transformer.[1 mark]
  3. 5(b)(i)Calculate the voltage across the secondary windings when the switch is open.[1 mark]

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