AIPMT PRELIMS2001Physics-Electricity

AIPMT PRELIMS 2001 Physics Wheatstone Bridge MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-numerical-Medium-Class 12

The resistance of each arm of the wheat stone bridge is 10 Ω. A resistance of 10 Ω is connected in series with galvanometer then the equivalent resistance across the battery will be :-

A

10 Ω

B

15 Ω

C

20 Ω

D

40 Ω

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

The equivalent resistance of a balanced Wheatstone bridge is the resistance of one arm, plus the series resistance.

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