The maximum power dissipated in an external resistance $R$,when connected to a cell of emf $\varepsilon$ and internal resistance $r$,will be . . . . . . .

  • A
    $\frac{\varepsilon^2}{r}$
  • B
    $\frac{\varepsilon^2}{2r}$
  • C
    $\frac{\varepsilon^2}{3r}$
  • D
    $\frac{\varepsilon^2}{4r}$

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