Question
A wire of resistance 10Ω is bent to form a complete circle. Find its resistance between two diametrically opposite point.
5 Ω
2.5 Ω
1.25 Ω
Ω
Solution
B.
2.5 Ω
The wires ADC and ABC will have resistance 5 Ω each. These two are joined in parallel between A and C. The equivalent resistance R between A and C is, therefore give n by each. These two are joined in parallel between A and C. The equivalent resistance R between A and C is, therefore given by
R =
R = 2.5 Ω