A simple circuit consisting of three resistors is shown above. R1 has twice the resistance of R2. If the switch remains open, determine the ratio of heat dissipated of R1 to R2.
A
1:3
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B
1:2
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C
1:1
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D
2:1
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E
3:1
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Solution
The correct option is A 2:1 When switch is kept open, same amount of current flows in both the resistors.
Heat dissipated is given by i2Rt.
Hence ratio of heat dissipated in R1 and R2 is R1R2=2:1