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In the circuit shown, the source is 24 V and the resistor is 8, . What would the ammeter read if the source voltage were doubled?
- 6 A
- 3 A
- 1.5 A
- 12 A
Answer
A. 6 A
Solution
Now I=V/R= 48 V8, =6 A (it was 3 A with the original voltage; current is proportional to voltage).
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