Two identical lamps are connected in parallel to a 6 V cell. What is the potential difference across each lamp?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. 6 V
- Step 1: Parallel branches have the same potential difference as the supply. Step 2. Each lamp has 6 V. Answer: 6 V. Why not the others: In series the voltage would be shared.
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