Two Identical Batteries, Each with an Emf of 18 V $\Omega$

question 64

Multiple Choice

Two identical batteries, each with an emf of 18 V and an internal resistance of 1 $\Omega$ , are wired in parallel by connecting their positive terminals together and connecting their negative terminals together. The combination is then wired across a 4- $\Omega$ resistor. The current in each battery is:

• A) 1.0 A
• B) 2.0 A
• C) 4.0 A
• D) 3.6 A
• E) 7.2 A

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