Physics questions and answers

Physics Questions and Answers

If you want to learn more about the nature and properties of matter and energy or you're simply preparing for a Physics exam, these Physics past questions and answers are ideal for you.

3,126.

A circuit has a resistance of 200Ω. The resistance of the circuit can be reduced to 120Ω when

A.

A 300Ω resistor is connected to it in parallel

B.

An 80Ω resistor is conneceted to it in series

C.

A 150Ω resistor is connected to it in parallel

D.

A 240Ω resistor is connected to it in series

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

3,127.

The maximum power transfer occur in a cell when the external resistance is

A.

Twice the internal resistance of the cell

B.

The same as the internal resistance of the cell

C.

Greater than the internal resistance of the cell

D.

Less than the internal resistance of the cell

Correct answer is B

the maximum power transfer theorem states that the maximum power is transferred from a source e.g. cell or battery to its load (external resistance) when the resistance of the load is equal to the internal resistance of the source.

3,128.
3,129.

When a negatively charged rod is brought near the cap of a charged gold leaf electroscope which has positive charges, the leaf

A.

Remains the same

B.

Collapses

C.

Collapses and diverges again

D.

Diverges

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

3,130.

When a telescope is in normal use, the final image is at

A.

Infinity

B.

The focus

C.

The radius of curvature

D.

The near point

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.