Q128 / 150 · MHT CET 2025 (22 Apr Shift 1) · Physics

In the given electrical network, the value of resistance ' $R$ ' when the current in the galvanometer will be zero, is Figure

  • A
    $4 \Omega$
  • Correct answer
    B
    $6 \Omega$
  • C
    $7 \Omega$
  • D
    $10 \Omega$

Solution

With no current through the galvanometer, the node labeled $A$ has potential $V_A = 6 \text{ V}$ since the galvanometer connects to the $6 \text{ V}$ battery's positive terminal.

Currents leaving node $A$ are through $R$ and the $4\Omega$ resistor:
$I_R = \frac{V_A}{R} = \frac{6}{R}$
$I_{4\Omega} = \frac{V_A - 10}{4} = \frac{6 - 10}{4} = -1\text{ A}$

Applying KCL at node $A$:
$\frac{6}{R} + (-1) = 0$
$\frac{6}{R} = 1$
$R = 6\Omega$

The resistance is $6\Omega$, corresponding to option B.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'B'.

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