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DC circuitsQuestion 769 of 1506

Four identical cells are connected in parallel and supply a 20 A load. What current does each cell supply?

  1. 5 A
  2. 10 A
  3. 20 A
  4. 80 A
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Correct answer: 5 A

Equal branches split the current equally: 20 A / 4 = 5 A.

Source: Lessons in Electric Circuits I: DC (Kuphaldt), 11.2: Battery Construction

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026