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For identical cells connected in parallel, the arrangement is particularly useful when the external circuit requires:

Answer: A larger current capacity.

  • A A larger current capacity
  • B A much larger emf
  • C A reversed polarity
  • D A zero internal resistance

Correct answer: A. A larger current capacity

Explanation: Parallel identical cells have the same emf as one cell but a lower effective internal resistance, allowing a larger current to be supplied to an external circuit.

SeriesbatteryR1R2I (same in R1, R2)ParallelbatteryR1R2I1I2

In series, the same current flows through both resistors; in parallel, the current splits between branches and the voltage across each resistor is the same.

Concept context

Ohm's law, resistors, Kirchhoff's laws, Wheatstone bridge, and cells.

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