| Date | May 2012 | Marks available | 1 | Reference code | 12M.1.HL.TZ1.24 |
| Level | Higher level | Paper | Paper 1 | Time zone | Time zone 1 |
| Command term | Question number | 24 | Adapted from | N/A |
Question
The rms voltage of a sinusoidal electricity supply is 110V. The maximum potential difference during one cycle is
A. 220 V.
B. 156 V.
C. 110 V.
D. 55 V.
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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