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Two similar cells, whether joined in series or in parallel, have the same current through an external resistance of 2Ω. The internal resistance of each cell is

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1Ω
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2Ω
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0.5Ω
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1.5Ω
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Solution

The correct option is B 2Ω
In series, current, i1=2E2+2r
In parallel, current, i2=E2+r2=2E4+r
According to the question
Since, i1i22E4+r=E2+2r
r=2Ω.

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