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Question 16

From Physics HL Paper 1 (May 2024, TZ2)

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  1. A 2.0 Ω and a 4.0 Ω resistor are connected in parallel to a cell with negligible internal resistance. An ammeter placed in the circuit as shown measures a current of 1.0 A.
A circuit diagram showing a cell connected to two resistors (4.0Ω and 2.0Ω) in parallel, with an ammeter (A) in series with the 4.0Ω resistor.
A circuit diagram showing a cell connected to two resistors (4.0Ω and 2.0Ω) in parallel, with an ammeter (A) in series with the 4.0Ω resistor.

What is the current passing through the 2.0 Ω resistor?

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