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two resistors when connected in parallel keeps the circuit closed for a long time to
measure the current and potential difference, then
(a) ammeter’s zero point will change.
(b) ammeter will show higher reading than the actual one.
(c) voltmeter will show higher reading than actual one.
(d) resistor will get heated up and its value will change.

Question 16:
The current ratio I1/I2 depends upon

(a)R1 and V
(b)R2 and V
(c)R1,R2 and V
(d)R1 and R2 only

Short Answer Questions

Question 1:
Draw a circuit diagram to show three resistors connected in parallel with a cell and a
key. Write formula for the equivalent resistance R of this combination if the individual
resistances of the resistors are Rx, R2 and R3.

Question 2:
Study the following circuit and answer the questions that follow:

(a) State the type of combination of the two resistors in the circuit.
(b) What will be the potential difference across the above combination if applied
potential in 6 V?

Question 3:
In the circuit diagram given below, calculate: