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What is a potential divider?

Resistors in series across a voltage

What is the formula for VoutV_{out} in a potential divider?

Vout=Vin×R2R1+R2V_{out} = V_{in} \times \frac{R_2}{R_1 + R_2}

What happens to VoutV_{out} when R1R_1 increases in a potential divider?

VoutV_{out} decreases

What effect does decreasing R1R_1 have on VoutV_{out}?

Increases VoutV_{out}

How does an LDR's resistance change with light intensity?

Decreases as light increases

How does a thermistor's resistance typically change with temperature?

Decreases as temp rises

In an LDR circuit, what happens to VoutV_{out} when light intensity decreases?

VoutV_{out} reduces

How can you make VoutV_{out} increase when light intensity decreases?

Switch positions of R1R_1 and LDR

What is a real-world application of LDRs in potential dividers?

Automatic street lamps at night

What application uses thermistors in potential dividers?

Regulating heating systems

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