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In a circuit with an emf of 9 V and an internal resistance of 1 Ω, what is the terminal potential difference when a current of 3 A flows?.
- A.6 V
- B.9 V
- C.3 V
- D.12 V
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What a good answer should say
- 6 V
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Why this works
The correct answer is 6 V. This is correct because it applies the Current electricity idea named in the question, using the required quantities and units rather than mixing current, charge, potential difference, resistance, power, or energy.
The other options are less suitable because they use the wrong electrical quantity, an incompatible unit, or a rule from a different circuit context.
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