A voltmeter of resistance $1000\,\Omega$ is connected across a resistance of $500\, \Omega$ in the given circuit. What will be the reading of voltmeter .............. $V$
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Total current through the circuit

$i = \frac{{10}}{{\frac{{1000}}{3} + 500}} = \frac{3}{{250}}\,A$

Now voltmeter reading $ = {i_v} \times {R_V}$ $ = \frac{2}{3} \times \frac{3}{{250}} \times 500 = 4\,V.$

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