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What is the primary function of a potential divider in an electrical circuit?.
- A.To increase the current
- B.To divide the total voltage into smaller voltages
- C.To measure resistance
- D.To store electrical energy
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- To divide the total voltage into smaller voltages
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A potential divider is used to produce a specific output voltage that is a fraction of the input voltage, allowing for voltage control in circuits.
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