A potential divider has 1 kΩ and 2 kΩ resistors in series across 6 V. The p.d. across the 2 kΩ resistor is:

  1. 4 V
  2. 40 V
  3. 8 V
  4. 2 V
Answer

A) 4 V

Vout = Vin R2R1 + R2 = 6 23 = 4 V. SLO P-09-E-25 · Understanding

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