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Three identical cells, each of 4 V and internal resistance r, are connected in series to a 6 ohm resistor. If the current flowing in the circuit is 2 A. The internal resistance of each cell is


A

0.11 ohm

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0. 12 ohm

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0 ohm

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1.1 ohm

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Solution

The correct option is C

0 ohm


Total emf = 3 x 4 = 12 V

Total resistance = 6 + 3r

Current in the circuit = 2 A

Using ohms law

2 = 12/ (6+3r)

2(6+3r)=12
12+6r=12
6r = 12-12 = 0
r = 0/6 = 0


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