A current of 2ampere flows in a system of conductors as shown in the following figure. The potential difference (VA−VB) will be (in volts):
A
+2
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B
+1
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C
−1
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D
−2
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Solution
The correct option is B+1 As the equivalent resistances are equal in parallel branches, current will be divided equally. Now, from the circuit above, we get VA−VC=iR=1×3=3V....(i) Similarly, VB−VC=1×2=2V.....(ii)