A Norton circuit with 10 A current source and 15 Ω resistance is connected across a resistance of 5 Ω. The current in 5 Ω resistance will be-

This question was previously asked in
RSMSSB JE Electrical (Diploma) 19 May 2022 Official Paper
View all RSMSSB JE Papers >
  1. 5 A
  2. 2.5 A
  3. 10 A
  4. 7.5 A

Answer (Detailed Solution Below)

Option 4 : 7.5 A
Free
RSMSSB JE Fluid Mechanics Mock Test
1.8 K Users
20 Questions 20 Marks 25 Mins

Detailed Solution

Download Solution PDF

Norton Theorem

Norton's theorem states that it is possible to simplify any linear circuit, into an equivalent circuit with a single current source and a parallel resistance.

qImage6791e280263b864185897333

Current divider rule

When two resistances are connected in parallel, the current is divided as:

qImage6731c4a8efed846981a76dac

\(I_1={R_2\over R_1+R_2}\times I\)

\(I_2={R_1\over R_1+R_2}\times I\)

Calculation

qImage6791e280263b864185897334

The current through 5Ω resistance is given by:

\(I_L={15\over 15+5}\times 10\)

IL = 7.5 A

Latest RSMSSB JE Updates

Last updated on May 12, 2025

-> RSMSSB JE Answer Key 2025 has been released on 12th May, 2025 at the official website.

-> Candidates can raise objections against the RSMSSB JE Response Sheet from 17th May to 19th May, 2025.

-> The RSMSSB JE Vacancies have been revised. A total, 1355 vacancies are announced for Junior Engineer post in various departments.

-> The exam was held on 6th, 7th, 8th, 10th, 11th, and 22nd of February 2025.

-> RSMSSB Junior Engineer 2025 Notification has been released for 1226 vacancies.

-> Candidates can apply for the said post by 27th December 2024.

-> The RSMSSB Junior Engineer exam is conducted by the Rajasthan Subordinate and Ministerial Services Selection Board to recruit candidates for engineering roles in various departments.

-> The finally appointed candidates will be entitled to Pay Matrix Level 10.

-> Prepare for the exam with RSMSSB JE Previous Year Papers.

Get Free Access Now
Hot Links: real cash teen patti teen patti rummy teen patti all app