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A cell supplies a current of 2 A when it is connected to a 5` Omega ` resistance and supplies a current of 1.2 A, if it is connected to a resistance of 9 `Omega `. Find the e.m.f and internal resistance of the cell.

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To find the e.m.f (electromotive force) and internal resistance of the cell, we will use the given information about the currents and resistances. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the Given Values:** - Current \( I_1 = 2 \, \text{A} \) when connected to resistance \( R_1 = 5 \, \Omega \) - Current \( I_2 = 1.2 \, \text{A} \) when connected to resistance \( R_2 = 9 \, \Omega \) ...
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