Electrical circuits — Paper 1 · IGCSE Science - Combined 0653

38 When the circuit shown is connected with switch S open, the 6 V lamp glows. 6 V R 6 V lamp S What happens to the brightness of the lamp when switch S is closed? A It becomes brighter. B It remains the same. C It becomes dimmer. D It goes off.

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Answer: A

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39 In the circuit shown, one of the fuses blows and all the lamps go out. Which fuse blows? + – A B C D

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Answer: A

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37 Four lamps and four switches are connected to a power supply as shown in the circuit diagram. When all the switches are closed, all the lamps are lit. When one of the switches is then opened, only one lamp goes out. Which switch is opened? A B C D

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Answer: C

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36 When electricity is transmitted over long distances energy is wasted. How can the wasted energy be kept as small as possible? A Keep the current in the transmission lines as large as possible. B Keep the power supplied to the transmission lines as large as possible. C Keep the resistance of the transmission lines as large as possible. D Keep the voltage supplied to the transmission lines as large as possible.

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Answer: D

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37 In the circuit below, one of the lamps breaks, causing all the other lamps to go out. Which lamp breaks? A C D B

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Answer: D

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38 An electric heater is connected to the mains using insulated copper wires. The wires become very warm. What can be done to prevent so much heat being produced in the connecting wires? A Use thicker copper wires. B Use thinner copper wires. C Use thicker insulation. D Use thinner insulation.

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Answer: A

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36 Which circuit shows the correct use of a voltmeter in measuring the p.d. across the resistor? A B V V C D V V

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Answer: B

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37 Which diagram shows a circuit that will allow the lamps to be switched on and off independently? A B C D

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Answer: D

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36 The circuit shows a current I in a resistor of resistance R. 3.0 V I R Which line gives possible values of I and R? I / A R / Ω A 1.5 1.5 B 1.5 2.0 C 6.0 2.0 D 4.0 12

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Answer: B

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37 Four lamps are connected in a circuit as shown in the diagram. Each lamp is designed to operate at 12 V. 12 V The circuit is now switched on. Which statement is correct? A Each lamp can be switched off independently. B If one lamp breaks all the others will stay alight. C The current is the same in all the lamps. D The lamps will all light at normal brightness.

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Answer: C

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37 In the circuit shown, the switches S1 and S2 may be open (off) or closed (on). V + switches shown 12 V open (off) – S2 S1 Which line in the table shows the voltmeter reading for the switch positions given? S1 S2 voltmeter reading / V A open open 12 B closed closed 12 C open closed 0 D closed open 12

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Answer: B

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38 The device X in this circuit is designed to cut off the electricity supply if too much current flows. X What is device X? A a fuse B a relay C a resistor D an ammeter

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Answer: A

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38 In the circuit below, X and Y are identical 6 V lamps. 6 V switch X Y What happens when the switch is closed (switched on)? A X lights more brightly than Y. B Y lights more brightly than X. C X and Y both light with full brightness. D X and Y both light with half brightness.

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Answer: C

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39 Two different systems are used to transmit equal amounts of electrical power from one building to another. One system uses low voltage and the other uses high voltage. Which line in the table is correct about which system wastes least energy and why? least energy wasted why A high voltage system the current in the wires is bigger B high voltage system the current in the wires is smaller C low voltage system the current in the wires is bigger D low voltage system the current in the wires is smaller

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Answer: B

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36 Using the circuit shown, the current I is found for various voltages V. The temperature of the resistor does not change. variable direct voltage V A I Which graph shows the results obtained? A B C D I I I I 0 0 0 0 0 V 0 V 0 V 0 V

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Answer: A

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37 In the circuit shown, ammeter X reads 0.5 A. 4.0 V X A A Y 3.0 Ω 5.0 Ω What does ammeter Y read? A 0 B 0.5 A C 3.5 A D 4.0 A

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Answer: B

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38 In the circuits shown, all the resistors are identical. Which circuit has the least resistance? A B C D

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Answer: C

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39 In the circuit below, one of the lamps breaks, causing all the other lamps to go out. Which lamp breaks? A C D B

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Answer: D

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33 In each of the circuits shown, identical resistors, cells and lamps are used. In which circuit will the lamp glow most brightly? A B C D

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Answer: B

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32 In each of the circuits shown, identical resistors, cells and lamps are used. In which circuit will the lamp glow most brightly? A B C D

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Answer: B

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33 Electrical appliances are often fitted with a fuse. What is the purpose of the fuse? A to adjust the voltage supplied to the correct value B to allow the appliance to be switched on by a small current C to cut the power supply if the appliance is used too often D to cut the power supply if the current becomes too large

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Answer: D

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32 In each of the circuits shown, identical resistors, cells and lamps are used. In which circuit will the lamp glow most brightly? A B C D

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Answer: B

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33 The diagrams show part of an electric circuit containing an ammeter and a voltmeter. Which arrangement should be used to measure the potential difference (p.d.) across the resistor and the current through it? A B C D A V V A V V A A

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Answer: C

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34 The diagram shows an electrical circuit. 12 V 2 Ω 2 Ω What is the current through the circuit? A 3 A B 4 A C 12 A D 24 A

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Answer: A

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35 In the circuit shown, only one of the fuses has blown, but none of the lamps is lit. Which fuse has blown? power supply B A D C

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Answer: B

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32 The diagram shows an electrical circuit. 12 V 2 Ω 2 Ω What is the current through the circuit? A 3 A B 4 A C 12 A D 24 A

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Answer: A

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33 In the circuit shown, only one of the fuses has blown, but none of the lamps is lit. Which fuse has blown? power supply B A D C

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Answer: B

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34 The diagrams show part of an electric circuit containing an ammeter and a voltmeter. Which arrangement should be used to measure the potential difference (p.d.) across the resistor and the current through it? A B C D A V V A V V A A

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Answer: C

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34 The diagram shows an electrical circuit. 12 V 2 Ω 2 Ω What is the current through the circuit? A 3 A B 4 A C 12 A D 24 A

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Answer: A

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35 The diagrams show part of an electric circuit containing an ammeter and a voltmeter. Which arrangement should be used to measure the potential difference (p.d.) across the resistor and the current through it? A B C D A V V A V V A A

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Answer: C

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36 In the circuit shown, only one of the fuses has blown, but none of the lamps is lit. Which fuse has blown? power supply B A D C

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Answer: B

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36 The diagram shows a circuit with three ammeters, X, Y and Z. Z A X A 5 Ω Y A 10 Ω The ammeter readings are 1 A, 2 A and 3 A. Which ammeter has which reading? X Y Z A 1 A 2 A 3 A B 3 A 2 A 1 A C 2 A 3 A 1 A D 2 A 1 A 3 A

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Answer: D

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37 A circuit diagram contains the following symbol. What does this symbol represent? A a fixed resistor B a fuse C a relay D a variable resistor

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Answer: B

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38 The diagram shows an electric circuit. S1 X S2 S3 Which switches will have to be closed so that only bulb X will light? A S1, S2 and S3 B S1 and S2 only C S1 and S3 only D S2 and S3 only

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Answer: B

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34 Which transformer would change a 240 V a.c. input into a 15 V a.c. output? A B 800 turns 40 turns 1000 turns 25 turns C D 1200 turns 75 turns 2400 turns 15 turns

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Answer: C

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36 A circuit diagram contains the following symbol. What does this symbol represent? A a fixed resistor B a fuse C a relay D a variable resistor

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Answer: B

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37 The diagram shows a circuit with three ammeters, X, Y and Z. Z A X A 5 Ω Y A 10 Ω The ammeter readings are 1 A, 2 A and 3 A. Which ammeter has which reading? X Y Z A 1 A 2 A 3 A B 3 A 2 A 1 A C 2 A 3 A 1 A D 2 A 1 A 3 A

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Answer: D

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38 The diagram shows an electric circuit. S1 X S2 S3 Which switches will have to be closed so that only bulb X will light? A S1, S2 and S3 B S1 and S2 only C S1 and S3 only D S2 and S3 only

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Answer: B

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34 Diagram 1 shows two identical resistors R1 and R2 connected in series in a circuit. R2 is then removed, as shown in diagram 2. diagram 1 diagram 2 A A R1 R2 R1 V V How do the readings on the ammeter and the voltmeter change when R2 is removed? ammeter voltmeter A decreases decreases B decreases increases C increases decreases D increases increases

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Answer: D

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34 Diagram 1 shows two identical resistors R1 and R2 connected in series in a circuit. R2 is then removed, as shown in diagram 2. diagram 1 diagram 2 A A R1 R2 R1 V V How do the readings on the ammeter and the voltmeter change when R2 is removed? ammeter voltmeter A decreases decreases B decreases increases C increases decreases D increases increases

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Answer: D

This question in 0653/12 Oct/Nov 2011

35 Diagram 1 shows two identical resistors R1 and R2 connected in series in a circuit. R2 is then removed, as shown in diagram 2. diagram 1 diagram 2 A A R1 R2 R1 V V How do the readings on the ammeter and the voltmeter change when R2 is removed? ammeter voltmeter A decreases decreases B decreases increases C increases decreases D increases increases

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Answer: D

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38 The diagram represents a circuit which includes a battery, an ammeter, a voltmeter and a variable resistor. A V What happens to the readings on the meters as the resistance of the variable resistor is increased? ammeter reading voltmeter reading A decreases decreases B decreases stays constant C increases decreases D increases stays constant

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40 The diagram shows a circuit. S What happens to the lamp when switch S is closed? A It does not light at all. B It lights and then blows. C It lights more brightly. D It lights more dimly.

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38 A battery is connected to a resistor. current Which changes to potential difference across the resistor, and to the resistance of the resistor, will produce the smallest current? potential resistance difference A decrease decrease B decrease increase C increase decrease D increase increase

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Answer: B

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40 How are lamps usually connected in a lighting circuit, and what is one advantage of this? how lamps are advantage connected A in parallel they each receive the full supply voltage B in parallel they share the supply voltage equally C in series they each receive the full supply voltage D in series they share the supply voltage equally

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Answer: A

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38 A battery is connected to a resistor. current Which changes to potential difference across the resistor, and to the resistance of the resistor, will produce the smallest current? potential resistance difference A decrease decrease B decrease increase C increase decrease D increase increase

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Answer: B

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40 How are lamps usually connected in a lighting circuit, and what is one advantage of this? how lamps are advantage connected A in parallel they each receive the full supply voltage B in parallel they share the supply voltage equally C in series they each receive the full supply voltage D in series they share the supply voltage equally

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Answer: A

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39 The circuit shows a mains supply connected to a heater. P Q live mains heater supply neutral S R Between which labelled points should a fuse be connected in the circuit? A between P and Q B between Q and R C between R and S D between S and P

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Answer: A

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40 Four ammeters V, W, X and Y are connected in the circuit shown. V W A A Y X A A Which ammeters have the same reading as each other? A V and W only B V and Y only C X and Y only D V, W, X and Y

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Answer: D

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39 An electrician wishes to connect three lamps in a circuit so that each lamp can be switched on and off separately. Which circuit should be used? A B C D

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Answer: B

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40 A student wishes to find the resistance of resistor R. The diagrams show four possible circuits which the student could use. Which circuit can be used to find the resistance of resistor R? A B R R V A A V C D R A V R V A

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Answer: B

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38 There is an electric current in the circuit shown. Which two changes will each increase the current? change 1 change 2 A decrease the voltage of the battery decrease the resistance of the resistor B decrease the voltage of the battery increase the resistance of the resistor C increase the voltage of the battery decrease the resistance of the resistor D increase the voltage of the battery increase the resistance of the resistor

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Answer: C

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40 The circuit shown contains four labelled switches. All the switches are closed. Which switch can be opened without changing the brightness of either bulb? A B C D

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Answer: B

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40 The circuit shown contains four labelled switches. All the switches are closed. Which switch can be opened without changing the brightness of either bulb? A B C D

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Answer: B

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38 A student wishes to measure the potential difference across a resistor. The circuits show two different positions in which a meter can be connected. position X position Y What meter is used, and where is it connected in the circuit? A an ammeter in position X B an ammeter in position Y C a voltmeter in position X D a voltmeter in position Y

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Answer: D

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40 A circuit contains two lamps and a variable resistor. lamp 1 lamp 2 The resistance of the variable resistor is increased. What happens to the brightness of lamp 1 and what happens to the brightness of lamp 2? brightness of lamp 1 brightness of lamp 2 A decreases decreases B decreases increases C no change decreases D no change increases

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Answer: A

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39 Which circuit can be used to determine the resistance of resistor R? A B R R A A V V C D R R V V A A

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Answer: A

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40 The diagram shows a circuit containing three lamps P, Q and R. All the lamps are lit. P Q R The fuse melts (blows). Which lamps go out? A P and Q B P only C Q and R D Q only

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Answer: C

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39 A circuit diagram contains the following symbol. What does this symbol represent? A a fixed resistor B a fuse C a lamp D a variable resistor

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Answer: B

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40 In the circuit shown the switch is open. A A student closes the switch. What happens to the ammeter reading, and what happens to the total resistance of the circuit? ammeter reading total resistance A decreases decreases B decreases increases C increases decreases D increases increases

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Answer: C

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39 The diagram shows a circuit containing three lamps P, Q and R. All the lamps are lit. P Q R The fuse melts (blows). Which lamps go out? A P and Q B P only C Q and R D Q only

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Answer: C

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40 Which circuit can be used to determine the resistance of resistor R? A B R R A A V V C D R R V V A A

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Answer: A

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40 Two resistors of resistance 6.0 ohms and 3.0 ohms are combined first in series and then in parallel. 6.0 Ω 6.0 Ω 3.0 Ω 3.0 Ω arrangement 1 arrangement 2 Which row shows the resistance of arrangement 1 and the resistance of arrangement 2? resistance of resistance of arrangement 1 arrangement 2 A 9 Ω 2 Ω B 9 Ω 9 Ω C 18 Ω 2 Ω D 18 Ω 9 Ω

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Answer: A

This question in 0653/11 Oct/Nov 2014

39 Two resistors of resistance 6.0 ohms and 3.0 ohms are combined first in series and then in parallel. 6.0 Ω 6.0 Ω 3.0 Ω 3.0 Ω arrangement 1 arrangement 2 Which row shows the resistance of arrangement 1 and the resistance of arrangement 2? resistance of resistance of arrangement 1 arrangement 2 A 9 Ω 2 Ω B 9 Ω 9 Ω C 18 Ω 2 Ω D 18 Ω 9 Ω

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Answer: A

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20 A circuit is set up to pass a current through a solution. What is added to the circuit to show that a current flows? A an anode B a battery C a cathode D a lamp

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Answer: D

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38 The diagram shows an electric circuit. S1 X S2 Y S3 Which switches should be closed so that lamp X is lit but lamp Y is not lit? A S1, S2 and S3 B S1 and S2 only C S1 and S3 only D S2 and S3 only

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Answer: B

This question in 0653/13 Oct/Nov 2014

40 Diagram 1 shows two identical resistors R1 and R2 connected in series in a circuit. In diagram 2, R2 has been removed. A A R1 R2 R1 V V diagram 1 diagram 2 What has happened to the reading on the ammeter and what has happened to the reading on the voltmeter in diagram 2? ammeter voltmeter A decreases decreases B decreases increases C increases decreases D increases increases

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Answer: D

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39 A voltmeter and an ammeter are used to determine the resistance of a lamp. Which circuit shows the meters connected to take the necessary measurements? A B A V V A C D V A A V

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Answer: A

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40 The diagram shows a circuit with four identical bulbs P, Q, R and S. P Q R S Which statement about the brightness of the bulbs is correct? A P is the same brightness as Q. B P is the same brightness as S. C Q is brighter than S. D R is brighter than P.

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Answer: B

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39 A student connects a battery to a lamp. She wishes to measure the current in the lamp and the potential difference across the lamp. Which circuit is used to do this? A B C D V A A A V V A V

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Answer: D

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40 In the circuit shown, the switch is open. What happens to the lamp when the switch is closed? A It becomes brighter. B It becomes dimmer. C It becomes dimmer at first, then brighter. D Its brightness does not change.

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Answer: A

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38 An air conditioner and a television are both connected to the same electrical circuit. X power air television supply conditioner The current in the air conditioner is 9.0 A and the current in the television is 2.0 A. Several different fuses are available. Which fuse should be connected at X? A 1 A B 3 A C 7 A D 13 A

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Answer: D

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39 A student wishes to determine the resistance of a resistor. He sets up the circuit shown. A Y X V Which statement about the circuit is true? A The ammeter and the voltmeter should change places. B The circuit is correct. C The voltmeter should be in position X. D The voltmeter should be in position Y.

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Answer: B

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40 The diagrams show different arrangements of identical resistors. Which arrangement has the least resistance? A B C D

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Answer: C

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39 The circuit diagram includes two resistors connected in parallel. wire P wire S A wire Q 2 Ω 4 Ω wire R Which statement is correct? A The current in wire P is equal to the current in wire Q. B The current in wire P is greater than the current in wire R. C The current in wire Q is greater than the current in wire S. D The current in wire R is equal to the current in wire S.

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Answer: B

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40 Two identical lamps P and Q are connected in a circuit as shown in the diagram. P Q The circuit is now switched on. Which statement is correct? A Each lamp can be switched off independently. B If lamp Q breaks, lamp P stays alight. C Lamp P is brighter than lamp Q. D The current is the same in both lamps.

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Answer: D

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39 The diagrams show four arrangements of resistors. Which arrangement has the smallest total resistance? A B 4 Ω 2 Ω 2 Ω 4 Ω C D 4 Ω 4 Ω 4 Ω

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Answer: A

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40 Two identical lamps P and Q are connected in a circuit as shown in the diagram. P Q The circuit is now switched on. Which statement is correct? A Each lamp can be switched off independently. B If lamp Q breaks, lamp P stays alight. C Lamp P is brighter than lamp Q. D The current is the same in both lamps.

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Answer: D

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39 The diagram shows a circuit with three ammeters X, Y and Z. A X Y A Z A Which set of readings on the ammeters is possible? X Y Z A 2 A 3 A 5 A B 3 A 2 A 5 A C 3 A 3 A 3 A D 5 A 2 A 3 A

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Answer: D

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40 Two identical lamps P and Q are connected in a circuit as shown in the diagram. P Q The circuit is now switched on. Which statement is correct? A Each lamp can be switched off independently. B If lamp Q breaks, lamp P stays alight. C Lamp P is brighter than lamp Q. D The current is the same in both lamps.

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Answer: D

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38 A battery is connected to a resistor. current Which changes to the resistance of the resistor, and to the potential difference across the resistor, must produce a smaller current? potential resistance difference A decrease decrease B decrease increase C increase decrease D increase increase

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Answer: C

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40 The circuit shown contains a component X and two meters Y and Z. meter Y X meter Z Which unit is used when stating the value of X, and which units are used when stating the readings on Y and Z? X Y Z A amp ohm volt B amp volt ohm C ohm amp volt D ohm volt amp

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Answer: D

This question in 0653/11 May/June 2016

38 A battery is connected to a resistor. current Which changes to the resistance of the resistor, and to the potential difference across the resistor, must produce a smaller current? potential resistance difference A decrease decrease B decrease increase C increase decrease D increase increase

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Answer: C

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40 In the circuit shown, three identical resistors are connected with four ammeters P, Q, R and S. R A A A P S A Q Which two ammeters have the same reading? A P and Q B P and R C P and S D Q and S

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Answer: C

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40 The diagram shows two resistors in a circuit with three ammeters P, Q and R. Ammeter P reads 6.0 A. A R 6.0 A A P Q A Which row gives the reading on ammeter Q and the reading on ammeter R? ammeter Q ammeter R / A / A A 3.0 0 B 3.0 3.0 C 4.0 2.0 D 6.0 6.0

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Answer: D

This question in 0653/13 May/June 2016

40 The diagram shows four different circuits containing either one or two resistors. P Q 3.0 Ω 5.0 Ω R S 3.0 Ω 3.0 Ω 5.0 Ω 5.0 Ω What is the order of increasing resistance of these circuits? lowest highest resistance resistance A P Q R S B R S P Q C S P Q R D P R Q S

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Answer: C

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38 An ammeter and a voltmeter are correctly connected in a circuit so that the resistance of the resistor can be calculated. The ammeter reads 2.0 A and the voltmeter reads 4.0 V. meter 1 meter 2 Which row correctly identifies the voltmeter and gives the resistance of the resistor? resistance of voltmeter resistor / Ω A meter 1 0.50 B meter 1 2.0 C meter 2 0.50 D meter 2 2.0

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Answer: D

This question in 0653/12 Oct/Nov 2016

40 The diagram shows a circuit with a battery connected to three resistors P, Q and R. In different parts of the circuit the currents are I1, I2 and I3, as shown. I2 Q I1 I3 P R Which is correct? A I1 is equal to I2 and I2 is equal to I3. B I1 is larger than I2 and I2 is larger than I3. C I1 is larger than I2 and I2 is smaller than I3. D I1 is smaller than I2 and I2 is larger than I3.

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Answer: C

This question in 0653/12 Oct/Nov 2016

38 The diagrams show the circuits connected by four students to determine the resistance of a resistor R. Which circuit is correct? A B V R R V A A + – + – C D A A R R V V + – + –

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Answer: B

This question in 0653/13 Oct/Nov 2016

40 The circuit shows a lamp, four identical cells and four switches P, Q, R and S. All the switches are open. Q P R S Two switches are now closed, and the lamp lights. Which switches could have been closed to cause the lamp to light? A P and R B Q and R C Q and S D R and S

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Answer: D

This question in 0653/13 Oct/Nov 2016

38 The diagrams show four circuits. Which circuit can be used to find the resistance of resistor R? A B R R V A A V C D R A V R V A

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Answer: B

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40 The diagram shows a battery connected to three 6.0 Ω resistors. Two points X and Y are marked on the circuit. 6.0 Ω 6.0 Ω 6.0 Ω X Y What is the combined resistance of the three resistors, and how does the current at point Y compare with the current at point X? combined current at point Y resistance / Ω A 6.0 less than current at point X B 6.0 the same as current at point X C 18 less than current at point X D 18 the same as current at point X

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Answer: D

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39 A power supply causes a current in a circuit. The potential difference (p.d.) of the power supply and the resistance of the circuit are both changed. Which pair of changes must result in a smaller current in the circuit? p.d. resistance A decreased decreased B decreased increased C increased decreased D increased increased

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Answer: B

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39 Which circuit can be used when determining the resistance of resistor R? A B C D A V V A A R R R R A V V

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Answer: C

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40 The circuit shown includes two identical lamps and an open switch. lamp 1 lamp 2 The switch is now closed. Which statement is now correct? A Lamp 1 is brighter than lamp 2. B The brightness of lamp 1 increases. C The p.d. across each lamp is the same. D The total resistance of the circuit is greater.

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Answer: C

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39 Which circuit can be used when determining the resistance of resistor R? A B C D A V V A A R R R R A V V

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Answer: C

This question in 0653/13 May/June 2017

40 The circuit shown includes two identical lamps and an open switch. lamp 1 lamp 2 The switch is now closed. Which statement is now correct? A Lamp 1 is brighter than lamp 2. B The brightness of lamp 1 increases. C The p.d. across each lamp is the same. D The total resistance of the circuit is greater.

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Answer: C

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40 Four resistors are connected in the arrangement shown. 3.0 Ω 3.0 Ω 6.0 Ω 6.0 Ω What is a possible value of the combined resistance of this arrangement? A 11 Ω B 12 Ω C 15 Ω D 18 Ω

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Answer: A

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39 The diagram shows a circuit used to find the resistance of lamp L. Blocks P, Q and R represent the different components used. 12 V P R L Q Which is a possible choice of components to use for P, Q and R? P Q R A ammeter variable resistor voltmeter B variable resistor voltmeter ammeter C voltmeter ammeter variable resistor D voltmeter variable resistor ammeter

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Answer: B

This question in 0653/12 Oct/Nov 2017

40 A circuit contains a battery and three identical resistors. The current at one point in the circuit is 9.0 A, as shown. P and Q are points in the connecting wires. Q 9.0 A P What is the current at point P and what is the current at point Q? current current at P / A at Q / A A 3.0 3.0 B 6.0 0 C 6.0 9.0 D 9.0 9.0

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Answer: D

This question in 0653/12 Oct/Nov 2017

39 Which circuit is used to determine the resistance of the resistor R? A B V A R R A V C D V A R R V A

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Answer: B

This question in 0653/13 Oct/Nov 2017

40 Three 3.0 Ω resistors are connected in a circuit as shown. 3.0 Ω 3.0 Ω 3.0 Ω What is the combined resistance of the three resistors in this circuit? A less than 3.0 Ω B between 3.0 Ω and 6.0 Ω C between 6.0 Ω and 9.0 Ω D 9.0 Ω

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Answer: B

This question in 0653/13 Oct/Nov 2017

39 The diagrams show four circuits, each containing an ammeter and two lamps with different resistances. Which circuit shows an ammeter with a reading equal to the current in each lamp? A B C D A A A A

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Answer: A

This question in 0653/12 Feb/March 2018

40 Three 4.0 Ω resistors are connected as shown. 4.0 Ω 4.0 Ω 4.0 Ω What is the combined resistance of this arrangement? A less than 4.0 Ω B between 4.0 Ω and 8.0 Ω C between 8.0 Ω and 12 Ω D 12 Ω

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Answer: B

This question in 0653/12 Feb/March 2018

40 A student determines the resistance of resistor R. Which circuit is used to obtain the readings needed? A B + – + – V R R A A V C D + – + – A R R V A V

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Answer: A

This question in 0653/11 May/June 2018

39 A lamp can be dimmed or switched off. Its circuit is protected by a fuse. Which diagram shows this circuit? A B C D

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Answer: A

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40 The diagram shows a circuit containing three identical resistors and three ammeters X, Y and Z. A Z 6.0 A A X A Y The reading on ammeter X is 6.0 A. What are the readings on ammeters Y and Z? reading on reading on ammeter Y / A ammeter Z / A A 2.0 4.0 B 3.0 3.0 C 4.0 2.0 D 6.0 6.0

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Answer: D

This question in 0653/12 May/June 2018

39 A lamp can be dimmed or switched off. Its circuit is protected by a fuse. Which diagram shows this circuit? A B C D

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Answer: A

This question in 0653/13 May/June 2018

40 The diagram shows a circuit containing three identical resistors and three ammeters X, Y and Z. A Z 6.0 A A X A Y The reading on ammeter X is 6.0 A. What are the readings on ammeters Y and Z? reading on reading on ammeter Y / A ammeter Z / A A 2.0 4.0 B 3.0 3.0 C 4.0 2.0 D 6.0 6.0

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Answer: D

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40 Two lamps and two ammeters are connected in the circuit shown. Each ammeter reads 1.0 A. A A Which is the most suitable rating for the fuse in this circuit? A 0.5 A B 1 A C 3 A D 13 A

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Answer: C

This question in 0653/11 Oct/Nov 2018

38 The circuit shown includes a 4.0 Ω resistor. A 4.0 Ω V Which pair of meter readings in the table is possible? voltmeter ammeter reading reading / V / A A 0.50 2.0 B 1.0 4.0 C 2.0 0.5 D 2.5 1.5

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Answer: C

This question in 0653/12 Oct/Nov 2018

40 The circuit contains four ammeters P, Q, R and S. 60 Ω A S 60 Ω Q P A A A 30 Ω R Which statement about the readings on the ammeters is correct? A The reading on S is less than the reading on P. B The reading on Q is greater than the reading on S. C The reading on R is greater than the reading on S. D The reading on Q is less than the reading on P.

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Answer: D

This question in 0653/12 Oct/Nov 2018

40 The diagram shows two circuits each containing two 10 Ω resistors. 10 Ω 10 Ω 10 Ω 10 Ω circuit 1 circuit 2 What is the resistance of each circuit? circuit 1 circuit 2 A greater than 10 Ω greater than 10 Ω B greater than 10 Ω less than 10 Ω C less than 10 Ω greater than 10 Ω D less than 10 Ω less than 10 Ω

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Answer: C

This question in 0653/13 Oct/Nov 2018

37 A variable power supply is connected to a resistor and there is a current in the resistor. variable power supply current The potential difference across the resistor is decreased. The temperature of the resistor does not change. What happens to the current in the resistor and what happens to the resistance of the resistor? current resistance A decreases increases B decreases stays the same C increases decreases D increases stays the same

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Answer: B

This question in 0653/12 Feb/March 2019

38 The diagram shows a circuit used to light a lamp in a torch. The user wants a torch in which the brightness of the lamp can be varied. Which component is connected in series with the lamp to do this? A B C D

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Answer: B

This question in 0653/12 Feb/March 2019

39 The diagram shows a circuit with three switches P, Q and R. P Q R Which switches must be closed so that both lamps light? A P and Q only B P and R only C Q and R only D P, Q and R

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Answer: B

This question in 0653/12 Feb/March 2019

38 The diagram shows a circuit set up by a student. A V How is the resistance of the resistor calculated? ammeter reading A voltmeter reading B ammeter reading × voltmeter reading voltmeter reading C ammeter reading D voltmeter reading + ammeter reading

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Answer: C

This question in 0653/11 May/June 2019

39 A circuit contains four ammeters P, Q, R and S. A Q P A A R A S Which of these ammeters show the greatest reading? A P only B P and Q C R only D R and S

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Answer: B

This question in 0653/11 May/June 2019

39 The diagrams show two ways in which three lamps X, Y and Z may be connected. X Y X Y Z Z circuit 1 circuit 2 Which statement is correct? A If lamp Y breaks in circuit 1, both the other lamps go off. B If lamp Y breaks in circuit 2, both the other lamps go off. C If lamp Y breaks in circuit 1, lamp Z goes off, but lamp X remains on. D If lamp Y breaks in circuit 2, lamp Z goes off, but lamp X remains on.

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Answer: A

This question in 0653/12 May/June 2019

39 In which circuit is there a current of 2.0 A? A B C D 1.5 V 0.50 V 3.0 V 6.0 V 0.50 Ω 1.5 Ω 6.0 Ω 3.0 Ω

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Answer: D

This question in 0653/13 May/June 2019

38 A student wants to measure the potential difference across a resistor. The circuits show two different positions in which a meter can be connected. position Y position X What meter is used, and where is it connected in the circuit? A an ammeter in position X B an ammeter in position Y C a voltmeter in position X D a voltmeter in position Y

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Answer: C

This question in 0653/11 Oct/Nov 2019

39 Four ammeters V, W, X and Y are connected in the circuit shown. V W A A Y X A A Which ammeters have the same reading as each other? A V and W only B V and Y only C X and Y only D V, W, X and Y

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Answer: D

This question in 0653/11 Oct/Nov 2019

39 A student wants to measure the potential difference across a resistor. The circuits show two different positions in which a meter can be connected. position Y position X What meter is used, and where is it connected in the circuit? A an ammeter in position X B an ammeter in position Y C a voltmeter in position X D a voltmeter in position Y

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Answer: C

This question in 0653/12 Oct/Nov 2019

40 Four ammeters V, W, X and Y are connected in the circuit shown. V W A A Y X A A Which ammeters have the same reading as each other? A V and W only B V and Y only C X and Y only D V, W, X and Y

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Answer: D

This question in 0653/12 Oct/Nov 2019

39 A student wants to measure the potential difference across a resistor. The circuits show two different positions in which a meter can be connected. position Y position X What meter is used, and where is it connected in the circuit? A an ammeter in position X B an ammeter in position Y C a voltmeter in position X D a voltmeter in position Y

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Answer: C

This question in 0653/13 Oct/Nov 2019

40 Four ammeters V, W, X and Y are connected in the circuit shown. V W A A Y X A A Which ammeters have the same reading as each other? A V and W only B V and Y only C X and Y only D V, W, X and Y

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Answer: D

This question in 0653/13 Oct/Nov 2019

39 A 3.0 Ω resistor and a 6.0 Ω resistor are connected in series. What is their combined resistance? A less than 3.0 Ω B between 3.0 Ω and 6.0 Ω C exactly 9.0 Ω D exactly 18 Ω

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Answer: C

This question in 0653/12 Feb/March 2020

39 Four circuits contain identical cells, identical lamps and identical resistors. Which lamp glows most brightly? A B C D

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Answer: D

This question in 0653/11 May/June 2020

38 A power supply causes a current in a circuit. The electromotive force (e.m.f.) of the power supply and the resistance of the circuit are both changed. Which pair of changes must result in a smaller current in the circuit? e.m.f. resistance A decreased decreased B decreased increased C increased decreased D increased increased

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Answer: B

This question in 0653/11 Oct/Nov 2020

39 The diagram shows a cell connected to a resistor and two meters, X and Y. The circuit is used when determining the resistance of the resistor. X Y What are the quantities measured by meters X and Y, and what are their correct units? meter X meter Y quantity unit quantity unit A current A p.d. V B current V p.d. A C p.d. A current V D p.d. V current A

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Answer: D

This question in 0653/11 Oct/Nov 2020

38 A power supply causes a current in a circuit. The electromotive force (e.m.f.) of the power supply and the resistance of the circuit are both changed. Which pair of changes must result in a smaller current in the circuit? e.m.f. resistance A decreased decreased B decreased increased C increased decreased D increased increased

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Answer: B

This question in 0653/12 Oct/Nov 2020

39 The diagram shows an electric circuit. The switch is closed and both lamps are lit. A X Y Lamp Y is now switched off. Lamp X remains lit. What happens to the reading on the ammeter? A It decreases to zero. B It decreases but to a value greater than zero. C It stays the same. D It increases.

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Answer: B

This question in 0653/12 Oct/Nov 2020

40 The diagrams show four identical resistors connected in different combinations. Which combination has the greatest combined resistance? A B C D

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Answer: A

This question in 0653/12 Oct/Nov 2020

39 A power supply causes a current in a circuit. The electromotive force (e.m.f.) of the power supply and the resistance of the circuit are both changed. Which pair of changes must result in a smaller current in the circuit? e.m.f. resistance A decreased decreased B decreased increased C increased decreased D increased increased

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Answer: B

This question in 0653/13 Oct/Nov 2020

39 Which electrical component is represented by the symbol shown? A a fixed resistor B a fuse C a lamp D a variable resistor

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Answer: D

This question in 0653/12 Feb/March 2021

40 The diagrams show four arrangements of resistors. Which arrangement has the smallest total resistance? A B 4 Ω 2 Ω 2 Ω 4 Ω C D 4 Ω 4 Ω 4 Ω

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Answer: A

This question in 0653/12 Feb/March 2021

37 The diagram represents a circuit that includes a battery, an ammeter, a voltmeter and a variable resistor. A V What happens to the readings on the meters as the resistance of the variable resistor is increased? ammeter reading voltmeter reading A decreases decreases B decreases stays constant C increases decreases D increases stays constant

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Answer: B

This question in 0653/11 May/June 2021

38 Which circuit allows each lamp to be switched on and off independently of the other lamp? A B C D

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Answer: A

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39 Lamp P is connected to a cell. A second lamp is then connected in parallel with lamp P. P P How does this change affect the brightness of lamp P and how does it affect the current in the cell? brightness of lamp P current in cell A less bright greater B less bright unchanged C unchanged greater D unchanged unchanged

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Answer: C

This question in 0653/11 May/June 2021

37 The diagram represents a circuit that includes a battery, an ammeter, a voltmeter and a variable resistor. A V What happens to the readings on the meters as the resistance of the variable resistor is increased? ammeter reading voltmeter reading A decreases decreases B decreases stays constant C increases decreases D increases stays constant

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Answer: B

This question in 0653/12 May/June 2021

38 Two lamps are connected in the circuit shown. The currents at three points are labelled I1, I2 and I3. I1 I2 I3 How are I1, I2 and I3 related? Use the key to help you. key < less than > greater than = equal to A I1 < I2 < I3 B I1 = I2 = I3 C I1 > I2 and I1 = I3 D I1 > I2 > I3

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Answer: B

This question in 0653/12 May/June 2021

39 Two resistors are connected as shown. 3.0 Ω 3.0 Ω What is the combined resistance of the two resistors? A less than 3.0  B 3.0  C 6.0  D 9.0 

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Answer: A

This question in 0653/12 May/June 2021

40 An air conditioner and a television are both connected to the same electrical circuit. X power air television supply conditioner The current in the air conditioner is 9.0 A and the current in the television is 2.0 A. Several different fuses are available. Which fuse should be connected at X? A 1 A B 3 A C 7 A D 13 A

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Answer: D

This question in 0653/12 May/June 2021

38 The diagram represents a circuit that includes a battery, an ammeter, a voltmeter and a variable resistor. A V What happens to the readings on the meters as the resistance of the variable resistor is increased? ammeter reading voltmeter reading A decreases decreases B decreases stays constant C increases decreases D increases stays constant

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Answer: B

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39 A 20  resistor and a 15  resistor are connected in parallel. 20 Ω 15 Ω What is the combined resistance of the two resistors? A less than 15  B between 15  and 20  C 35  D greater than 35 

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Answer: A

This question in 0653/13 May/June 2021

40 An air conditioner and a television are both connected to the same electrical circuit. X power air television supply conditioner The current in the air conditioner is 9.0 A and the current in the television is 2.0 A. Several different fuses are available. Which fuse should be connected at X? A 1 A B 3 A C 7 A D 13 A

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Answer: D

This question in 0653/13 May/June 2021

38 A circuit contains a battery connected to a resistor. Which values of electromotive force (e.m.f.) and resistance produce the smallest current in the circuit? e.m.f. / V resistance /  A 6.0 10 B 6.0 20 C 24 80 D 24 160

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Answer: D

This question in 0653/11 Oct/Nov 2021

39 The diagrams show four circuits, each containing an ammeter and two lamps with different resistances. Which circuit shows an ammeter with a reading equal to the current in each lamp? A B C D A A A A

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Answer: A

This question in 0653/11 Oct/Nov 2021

38 Two 3.0Q resistors are connected in series to a 1.5V cell. 1.5V 3.0Q 3.00 What is the current in the circuit? A 0.25A B 0.50A C 4.0A D 9.0A

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Answer: A

This question in 0653/12 Feb/March 2022

39 The diagram shows a power supply, three lamps and three switches, S1, S2 and S3, in a circuit. + – S2 S1 S3 All the lamps are lit. Which row gives the states of the switches? S1 S2 S3 A closed closed open B closed open closed C open closed open D open open closed

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Answer: B

This question in 0653/12 Feb/March 2022

40 The diagram shows a circuit with three ammeters. The readings on the ammeters are X, Y and Z. A X Y A Z A Which set of readings on the ammeters is possible? X / A Y / A Z / A A 2 3 5 B 3 2 5 C 3 3 3 D 5 2 3

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Answer: D

This question in 0653/12 Feb/March 2022

37 A student sets up a circuit to measure the current in a lamp and the potential difference (p.d.) across it. Which circuit shows the correct connection of the ammeter and the voltmeter? A B A V A V C D V V A A

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Answer: B

This question in 0653/11 May/June 2022

39 A circuit contains two lamps and a variable resistor. lamp 1 lamp 2 The resistance of the variable resistor is increased. What happens to the brightness of lamp 1 and what happens to the brightness of lamp 2? brightness of lamp 1 brightness of lamp 2 A decreases decreases B decreases increases C no change decreases D no change increases

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Answer: A

This question in 0653/11 May/June 2022

40 Identical resistors are connected together in different arrangements. Which arrangement has the greatest resistance between points X and Y? A B X Y X Y C D X Y X Y

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Answer: A

This question in 0653/11 May/June 2022

39 The diagrams show three identical resistors connected in different arrangements. Which arrangement has the greatest resistance? A B C D

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Answer: A

This question in 0653/12 May/June 2022

40 A circuit contains two lamps and a variable resistor. lamp 1 lamp 2 The resistance of the variable resistor is increased. What happens to the brightness of lamp 1 and what happens to the brightness of lamp 2? brightness of lamp 1 brightness of lamp 2 A decreases decreases B decreases increases C no change decreases D no change increases

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Answer: A

This question in 0653/12 May/June 2022

38 A 2.0  resistor and a 4.0  resistor are connected in series to a 12 V power supply. 12 V 2.0 Ω 4.0 Ω What is the current in the 2.0  resistor? A 0.50 A B 2.0 A C 3.0 A D 6.0 A

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Answer: B

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39 A circuit contains two lamps and a variable resistor. lamp 1 lamp 2 The resistance of the variable resistor is increased. What happens to the brightness of lamp 1 and what happens to the brightness of lamp 2? brightness of lamp 1 brightness of lamp 2 A decreases decreases B decreases increases C no change decreases D no change increases

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Answer: A

This question in 0653/13 May/June 2022

38 In which circuit is there a current of 2.0 A? A B Cc D 6.0V 0.50V 3.0V 1.5V 3.0Q 1.50 6.0Q 0.50Q

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Answer: A

This question in 0653/11 Oct/Nov 2022

39 A circuit contains three switches S1, S2 and S3 and two identical lamps P and Q. S2 S1 Q P S3 Lamp Q is switched on but lamp P is not switched on. Which switches are closed? A S1 and S2 only B S2 only C S2 and S3 only D S1, S2 and S3

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Answer: C

This question in 0653/11 Oct/Nov 2022

38 In which circuit is there a current of 2.0 A? A B Cc D 6.0V 0.50V 3.0V 1.5V 3.0Q 1.50 6.0Q 0.50Q

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Answer: A

This question in 0653/12 Oct/Nov 2022

39 The diagram shows three identical lamps and four ammeters connected in a circuit. ammeter 1 A A ammeter 4 ammeter 3 A A ammeter 2 Which statement about the ammeter readings is correct? A The reading on ammeter 1 is greater than the reading on ammeter 3. B The reading on ammeter 1 is greater than the reading on ammeter 4. C The reading on ammeter 3 is greater than the reading on ammeter 2. D The reading on ammeter 2 is greater than the reading on ammeter 4.

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Answer: A

This question in 0653/12 Oct/Nov 2022

38 In which circuit is there a current of 2.0 A? A B Cc D 6.0V 0.50V 3.0V 1.5V 3.00 1.50 6.0Q 0.50Q

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Answer: A

This question in 0653/13 Oct/Nov 2022

39 The diagram shows three identical lamps and four ammeters connected in a circuit. ammeter 1 A A ammeter 4 ammeter 3 A A ammeter 2 Which statement about the ammeter readings is correct? A The reading on ammeter 1 is greater than the reading on ammeter 3. B The reading on ammeter 1 is greater than the reading on ammeter 4. C The reading on ammeter 3 is greater than the reading on ammeter 2. D The reading on ammeter 2 is greater than the reading on ammeter 4.

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Answer: A

This question in 0653/13 Oct/Nov 2022

39 Which circuit is used to measure the current in a lamp and the potential difference (p.d.) across the lamp? A B A V A V C D A A V V

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Answer: B

This question in 0653/12 Feb/March 2023

39 Which circuit is used to determine the resistance of resistor R? A B R R A A V V C D V R V R A A

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Answer: A

This question in 0653/11 May/June 2023

40 Which arrangement of resistors has the smallest combined resistance? A B 2.0Q Cc D 2.00 | 2.00 3.00 400 a oe oe of}

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Answer: C

This question in 0653/11 May/June 2023

38 The diagram shows a cell connected to a resistor and two meters, X and Y. The circuit is used when determining the resistance of the resistor. X Y What are the quantities measured by meters X and Y, and what are their correct units? meter X meter Y quantity unit quantity unit A current A p.d. V B current V p.d. A C p.d. A current V D p.d. V current A

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Answer: D

This question in 0653/12 May/June 2023

39 A circuit contains two lamps connected in parallel. One fuse protects both lamps and one switch operates both lamps. Which circuit diagram shows this arrangement? A B C D

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Answer: A

This question in 0653/12 May/June 2023

39 The diagram shows a power supply connected to a 4.0Q resistor, a 6.0Q resistor and a 2.0Q resistor. 4.09 6.02 2.09 Which statement about current is correct? A_ The current is greatest in the 2.0 resistor. The current is greatest in the 4.0 resistor. The current is greatest in the 6.0 resistor. 0 oO DW The current is the same in each of the resistors.

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Answer: D

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38 Which circuit is used to measure the current in the lamp and the potential difference (p.d.) across it? A B A V V A C D A V V A

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Answer: D

This question in 0653/11 Oct/Nov 2023

39 An electric heater has a resistance of 50 . It is connected to a power supply with a potential difference (p.d.) of 240 V. What is the current in the heater? A 0.21 A B 4.8 A C 190 A D 290 A

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Answer: B

This question in 0653/11 Oct/Nov 2023

40 Which symbol is used to represent a fixed resistor in an electrical circuit? A B C D

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Answer: C

This question in 0653/11 Oct/Nov 2023

38 A battery is connected to a heater, an ammeter and a voltmeter. The ammeter measures the current in the heater. The voltmeter measures the potential difference across the heater. Which diagram shows this circuit? A B C D A A A V V V V A

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Answer: C

This question in 0653/12 Oct/Nov 2023

38 A battery is connected to a heater, an ammeter and a voltmeter. The ammeter measures the current in the heater. The voltmeter measures the potential difference across the heater. Which diagram shows this circuit? A B C D A A A V V V V A

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Answer: C

This question in 0653/13 Oct/Nov 2023

39 What is the circuit symbol for a component whose only purpose is to protect an electric circuit? A B C D

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Answer: C

This question in 0653/13 Oct/Nov 2023

37 The diagram shows a cell connected to two resistors. W X R Z Y A voltmeter that measures the potential difference (p.d.) across resistor R is connected into the circuit. Between which two labelled points is the voltmeter connected? A W and X B W and Y C X and Y D Y and Z

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Answer: D

This question in 0653/12 Feb/March 2024

38 The diagram shows a circuit that includes a variable resistor, a voltmeter and an ammeter. V A The resistance of the variable resistor is increased. What happens to the readings on the two meters? ammeter reading voltmeter reading A decreases increases B decreases stays the same C increases increases D increases stays the same

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Answer: B

This question in 0653/12 Feb/March 2024

39 Four identical lamps are connected in two different circuits. Two of the lamps are connected in series to a suitable power supply so that they receive their correct working voltage. The other two lamps are connected in parallel to a different power supply so that they also receive their correct working voltage. What is an advantage of connecting the lamps in parallel rather than in series? A A smaller length of wire is required. B The lamps produce more light. C The lamps use less energy. D When one lamp fails, the other lamp stays on.

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Answer: D

This question in 0653/12 Feb/March 2024

40 Two lamps can be connected to a power supply either in series or in parallel. Which statement is correct? A In a series circuit, the current from the power supply is greater than the current in each lamp. B Lamps connected in parallel can be controlled separately by using switches. C The combined resistance of lamps in series is less than when they are connected in parallel. D When one lamp in a series circuit stops working, the other lamp always remains lit.

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Answer: B

This question in 0653/12 May/June 2024

39 The current in a resistor and the potential difference (p.d.) across it are recorded. Which expression is used to calculate the resistance of the resistor? current A p.d. B current  (p.d.)2 C p.d.  current p.d. D current

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Answer: D

This question in 0653/13 May/June 2024

40 The diagram shows a circuit. What is a description of this circuit? A a lamp that can be switched on and off, protected by a fuse B a lamp that can have its brightness continuously varied C a motor that can be switched on and off, protected by a fuse D a motor that can have the current in it measured

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Answer: A

This question in 0653/11 Oct/Nov 2024

38 A student sets up a circuit to find the resistance of a length of wire. A wire V When the switch is closed, the ammeter reads 2.0 A and the voltmeter reads 10 V. What is the resistance of the length of wire? A 0.20  B 5.0  C 8.0  D 20 

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Answer: B

This question in 0653/12 Oct/Nov 2024

39 What is the circuit symbol for a fuse? A B C D

1 marks

Answer: D

This question in 0653/12 Oct/Nov 2024

39 What is the circuit symbol for a fuse? A B C D

1 marks

Answer: D

This question in 0653/13 Oct/Nov 2024

38 A student connects a meter into the circuit shown to measure the current in heater H. H Which row shows the name of the meter and how it is connected into the circuit? meter how it is connected A ammeter in series with H B ammeter in parallel with H C voltmeter in series with H D voltmeter in parallel with H

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Answer: A

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39 Which electrical component is represented by the symbol shown? A fixed resistor B fuse C lamp D variable resistor

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Answer: D

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38 Which equation relates the resistance R of a resistor to the current I in the resistor and the voltage V across the resistor? I 1 V A R = B R = IV C R = D R = V ( I V ) I

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Answer: D

This question in 0653/11 May/June 2025

39 The diagram shows a circuit containing three identical lamps, P, Q and R. All the lamps are shining. P Q R The fuse melts (blows). Which lamps stop shining? A P and Q B P only C Q and R D Q only

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Answer: C

This question in 0653/12 May/June 2025

38 When the switch in the circuit shown is closed, the lamp glows dimly. Which labelled component is adjusted to make the lamp glow more brightly? A A B D C

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Answer: D

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38 Which circuit allows the lamps to be switched on and off separately? A B C D

1 marks

Answer: B

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39 In which circuit does operating the switch not affect the lamp? A B C D

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Answer: D

This question in 0653/12 Oct/Nov 2025

39 In which circuit does operating the switch not affect the lamp? A B C D

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Answer: D

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