A potential divider has 10 kΩ and 5 kΩ resistors in series across 9 V. The p.d. across the 5 kΩ resistor is:

  1. 30 V
  2. 6 V
  3. 3 V
  4. 1.5 V
Answer

C) 3 V

Vout = Vin R2R1 + R2 = 9 515 = 3 V. SLO P-09-E-25 · Understanding

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