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Electronic Components and Switching Revision Questions

1. What is the potential difference ΔV across the potential divider terminals in the circuit shown in the figure?

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  1. 12 V
  2. 10.5 V
  3. 1.7 V
  4. 1.5 V

Correct Answer: D

2. What is the current flowing in the main branch of the circuit below?

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  1. 12 A
  2. 8 A
  3. 6 A
  4. 1.1 A

Correct Answer: B

3. The lamp in the circuit below glows when the current reaches 12 mA. The resistance of thermistor at 1000 C is 4 kΩ and it increases by 50 Ω per every degree drop. At what temperature the lamp starts glowing?

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  1. At 1400 C
  2. At 1000 C
  3. At 600 C
  4. At 200 C

Correct Answer: C

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