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WAEC Physics 2014 Objective — Question 46

Question 46 of 50 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Physics 2014 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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The circuit illustrates a standard resistor R, voltage source E, and a lamp L connected in series. If the temperature of R is increased, the brightness of lamp L will

Diagram for question 46
  • A. increase sharply
  • B. decrease slightlyCorrect
  • C. remain the same
  • D. increase gradually

Explanation

As the temperature of R increases, its resistance increases, reducing the current in the series circuit, so the brightness of the lamp decreases slightly.

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