| Date | May 2010 | Marks available | 1 | Reference code | 10M.1.HL.TZ1.26 |
| Level | Higher level | Paper | Paper 1 | Time zone | Time zone 1 |
| Command term | Question number | 26 | Adapted from | N/A |
Question
An alternating current supply of negligible internal resistance is connected to two resistors that are in parallel.
The resistance of each resistor is \(R\) and the peak voltage of the ac supply is \({V_0}\). Which of the following is the average power dissipated in the circuit?
A. \(\frac{{2V_0^2}}{R}\)
B. \(\frac{{V_0^2}}{R}\)
C. \(\frac{{V_0^2}}{{\sqrt 2 R}}\)
D. \(\frac{{V_0^2}}{{2R}}\)
Markscheme
B
Examiners report
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Syllabus sections
Additional higher level (AHL) » Topic 11: Electromagnetic induction » 11.2 – Power generation and transmission
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