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Question
In transferring 1.5 C charge through a wire, 9 J of work is needed. Find the potential difference across the wire.
Sum
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Solution
Potential difference (V) = `"work done (W)" / "charge (q)"`
Or, V = `9/1.5` = 6 volt.
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