Three resistors are arranged as shown. The potential of the point O is:
Correct answer: A. 3 V
- A. 3 V
- B. 1 V
- C. 4 V
- D. 5 V
Explanation
To find the potential at point O, we apply Kirchhoff's Current Law (KCL), which states that the sum of currents entering a junction equals the sum of currents leaving the junction. Assuming I1, I2, and I3 are the currents through the resistors, KCL gives us: I1 + I2 + I3 = 0. Solving this equation with the given circuit values, we find that the potential at point O is 3 V. Options B (1 V), C (4 V), and D (5 V) are incorrect as they do not satisfy the KCL equation applied to this circuit.
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