A potential divider has 2.2 kΩ and 3.3 kΩ resistors in series across 5 V. The p.d. across the 3.3 kΩ resistor is:

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

D) 3 V

Vout = Vin R2R1 + R2 = 5 3.35.5 = 3 V. SLO P-09-E-25 · Understanding

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