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A 9 V battery with an internal resistance of 0.5 Ω is connected across an infinite network, as shown in the figure. All ammeters A1, A2, A3 and voltmeter V are ideal.
Choose the correct statement.
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Options:
  • A Reading of A1 is 18 A.
  • B Reading of V is 9 V.
  • C Reading of V is 7 V.
  • D Reading of A1 is 2 A.
Solution:
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The correct answer is: Reading of A1 is 2 A.

In the given infinite network problems, let, X be an equivalent resistance. If we connect one section of an infinite network with the replacing network using an equivalent resistance, then in this new equivalent circuit the equivalent resistance will still remain the same.


Let, Req=x
x=4x4+x+2
x=8+6x4+x
4x+x2=8+6x
x2-2x-8=0

On solving,

x = 4 , x= -2
Here, the negative value of resistance is not possible.

So, resistance is x=4 Ω 

Reading of A1 is I=VX+r  ...(1)

where, V=9 Volt, r = 0·5 Ω , R=4 Ω

Then, from the above equation,

I =94+0.5=2 A

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