CAIE IGCSE Physics 4.3.2.7 Advantages of Connecting Lamps in Questions

Learn that a broken lamp in a parallel circuit does not switch off the remaining lamps.

Syllabus
2026–2028
Course
Physics 0625

Exam points

  • state that if one parallel lamp breaks, remaining lamps can stay lit
  • distinguish parallel lighting advantages using voltage and brightness
  • explain how separate switches control parallel lamps

CAIE IGCSE Physics 4.3.2.7 Advantages of Connecting Lamps in Questions question 1

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Fig. 2.1 shows solar-powered traffic warning lights.

Fig. 2.1

Fig. 2.1

The energy from the solar cell is stored in a battery.

The two lights in Fig. 2.1 are connected in parallel.

State one advantage of a parallel connection in a lighting circuit.

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