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In the circuit with 6 V battery and resistors of 2Ω each, current is 2 A. Find potential at B with respect to A.
In the circuit with 6 V battery and resistors of 2Ω each, current is 2 A. Find potential at B with respect to A.
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Use Kirchhoff’s loop law and Ohm’s law \( V = IR \) to trace potential.
Updated On: May 13, 2025
- 6 V
- -6 V
- 2 V
- -2 V
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The Correct Option is C
Solution and Explanation
Voltage drop = \( IR = 2 \cdot 2 = 4 \, \text{V} \) across first resistor. So,
\( V_B = V_A + 6 - 4 = 2 \, \text{V} \)
\( V_B = V_A + 6 - 4 = 2 \, \text{V} \)
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