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Series and parallel circuits

Move an ammeter and a voltmeter around circuits with two lamps in series and in parallel, compare the brightness, and test the rules for current and potential difference.

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Practice: Comparing series and parallel circuits

OCR J259 — this practical matches your selected course; the questions check the method, data handling and practical skills.

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2 of 2 available questions match the selected filters. This session contains 2 questions.

Question 1 · 1 mark · Foundation · Practical · Diagnostic

In a series circuit, how does the current compare at different points?

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Question 2 · 2 marks · Standard · Practical · Practical method

State two rules for potential difference in series and parallel circuits.