Two batteries, one of emf 18 volts and internal resistance 2 and the other of emf 12 volts and internal resistance 1 , are connected as shown. The voltmeter V will record a reading of [figure]
- 30 volt
- 18 volt
- 15 volt
- 14 volt
Answer
(4) 14 volt
Solution
The positive terminals of both cells are joined together, so the cells are in parallel and the ideal voltmeter reads the common terminal voltage.
As per NCERT, eq = 1 r2 + 2 r1r1 + r2
= 18 1 + 12 22 + 1
= 423 = 14 V
Answer: (4)