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Waec Physics Questions

Question 51:
A transformer with 55500 turns in its primary is used between a 240V a. c supply and a 120V kettle. Calculate the number of turns in the secondary
  • A 11000
  • B 2750
  • C 460
  • D 232
  • E 10
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Question 52:
Local action is normally prevented from taking place in a simple electric cell by
  • A Introducing an oxidising agent into the acid
  • B Not drawing current continuously for long periods
  • C Amalgamating the surface of the zinc plate
  • D Using a porous pot to isolate the zinc plate from the acid
  • E Using dilute sulphuric acid
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Question 53:
A cell can supply current of 0.8A and 0.4A through a 2Ω and a 3Ω resistors respectively. Calculate the internal resistance of the cell.
  • A 0.2Ω
  • B 0.4Ω
  • C -1.0Ω
  • D 3.0Ω
  • E 9.0Ω
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Question 54:
A battery of emf 24V and internal resistance 4Ω is connected to a resistor of 32Ω. What is the terminal p.d of the battery?
  • A 24.0V
  • B 21.3V
  • C 16.0V
  • D 2.7V
  • E 2.0V
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Question 55:
Two parallel conductors carry equal currents in the same direction. Which of the following statement is not a correct observation?
  • A Each of teh conductors will experience a force
  • B Each of the conductors can move
  • C The forces on the conductors will be equal
  • D There are concentric lines of force around each conductor
  • E The two conductors will repel each other
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