Explore topic-wise MCQs in Physics.

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1.

In the Wheatstone bridge given below, what should be values of R1 and R2 so that the bridge is balanced?

A. R1 = 6 ohms; R2 = any finite value
B. R1 = 6 ohms; R2 = 3 ohms
C. R1 = 29.4; R2 = 2 ohms
D. R1 = any finite value; R2 = 3 ohms
Answer» B. R1 = 6 ohms; R2 = 3 ohms
2.

Identify the definition of sensitivity of a galvanometer from the following.

A. Ratio of unit change in unknown resistance to the deflection in the galvanometer
B. Ratio of unit change in unknown resistance to twice the deflection in the galvanometer
C. Ratio of deflection in the galvanometer to the unit change in unknown resistance
D. Ratio of deflection in the galvanometer to half the unit change in unknown resistance
Answer» D. Ratio of deflection in the galvanometer to half the unit change in unknown resistance
3.

The equation of a balanced Wheatstone bridge is PR = QS.

A. True
B. False
Answer» C.
4.

Which instrument is used as the null detector in the Wheatstone bridge?

A. Voltmeter
B. Ammeter
C. Galvanometer
D. Multimeter
Answer» D. Multimeter
5.

The values of resistances P, Q, R, and S of a Wheatstone bridge are 20, 15, 30, and 35 ohms respectively. Calculate the current passing through the battery of negligible resistance.

A. 0.36A
B. 22.22A
C. 0.25A
D. 0.45A
Answer» E.
6.

How many resistances are used in a Wheatstone bridge?

A. 3
B. 4
C. 5
D. 6
Answer» C. 5