Question on: JAMB Physics - 2007

Three cells each of e.m.f 1.5 V and internal resistance 2.5Ω are connected as shown in the diagram above. Find the net e.m.f and the internal resistance
A
1.5V, 7.50Ω
B
1,5V, 0.83Ω
C
4.5V, 7.50Ω
D
4.5V, 0.83Ω
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Correct Option: B

Since the cells are connected in parallel the net e.m.f is that of one cell, E.

However the effective internal resistance should be added as parallel resistance.

=> 1/v + 1/25 + 1/25 + 1/25 = 1.2

∴ v = 0.83Ω

∴ Effective e.m.f and internal resistance are respectively = 1.5V and 0.83Ω

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