If the potential difference across a resistor is doubled:A. only the current is doubledB. only the current is halvedC. only the resistance is doubledD. only the resistance is halvedE. both the current and resistance are doubled
Question
If the potential difference across a resistor is doubled:A. only the current is doubledB. only the current is halvedC. only the resistance is doubledD. only the resistance is halvedE. both the current and resistance are doubled
Solution
The answer is A. only the current is doubled. This is because according to Ohm's Law, the current (I) through a conductor between two points is directly proportional to the voltage (V) across the two points, and inversely proportional to the resistance (R). It is expressed as I = V/R. Therefore, if the potential difference (or voltage) is doubled, the current will also double, assuming the resistance stays the same.
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