Read Also<\/h2>\n\n- Solving Questions on Electrical Conductors & Insulators Easily<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n
- Easy Steps To Solve Complex Questions on Shadows<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n
- Guide To Tackling Heat Energy Open-ended Questions<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n
- The CUE Method To Tackle Data-Based Questions<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n
- The Ultimate Guide To Tackle Animal Classification Questions<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/blockquote>\n
At first glance, it seems counterintuitive to do so, but tuition has some significant benefits on your child\u2019s learning. Here are some reasons why:<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
#1 Tuition provides a more conducive environment for studying <\/span><\/h2>\nWhen your children attend lessons at tuition centres, they participate in lessons that are in comfortable, air-conditioned environments and also in smaller class sizes of about 10 students, compared to around 40 in school. Students will\u00a0be placed in a more conducive environment to study in compared to in school.<\/p>\n
In addition, some private tutors tend to be more approachable and it will be easier for your children to clarify their doubts or ask questions when they are in a tuition class.<\/p>\n
\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n#2 Tuition allows tutors to pay more personalised attention to students<\/span><\/h2>\nDue to the smaller class size of tuition lessons, or even one-to-one private tuition, the tutors will be able to interact with the students more closely. They will be able to observe the strengths and weaknesses of each individual student and will be able to offer more in-depth explanations or guidance to help the students with their weaker topics.<\/p>\n
This is different from classes in school. Teachers have up to 40 students to handle and have to focus on completing the syllabus for the benefit of the entire class instead of paying special attention to individual students.<\/p>\n
When teachers in school face numerous students, it is usually challenging for them to notice when students are struggling to understand, or are showing confused looks. In smaller class sizes, tutors have a better chance of noticing even the slightest nuances, thus developing a better understanding of your child\u2019s learning abilities.<\/p>\n
In the case of one-to-one private tuition, the tutors can even customise their lesson content and structure to suit the strengths and weaknesses of your children! This can also help them perform better in school, as they will be able to understand the concepts, which they might not have understood well in the past.<\/p>\n
\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n#3 Tuition makes up for poor or ineffective teaching in school<\/span><\/h2>\nNo matter which school your child is studying in, it is impossible to guarantee that all of the teachers teach their students effectively.<\/p>\n
At times, this is not due to the ability of the teachers; it could be because the teaching style of your child\u2019s teachers does not suit the learning style of your child. This mismatch could cause your children\u2019s grades to be compromised.<\/p>\n
However, when you invest in private tuition for your children, you have the choice of selecting reputable tutors or even changing tutors if necessary. This would give your children the best possible guidance they will need to meet their needs.<\/p>\n
\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n#4 Tuition reduces time wasted on excess leisure activities<\/span><\/h2>\nI\u2019m sure you\u2019ve noticed that when your children return home from school, they tend to spend some time unwinding by playing games or watching TV. A little relaxation is fine, but more often than not, children get carried away with such activities and end up spending too much time on them! Even after you nag at them or scold them, old habits die hard and they might return to slacking off when you are not at home to monitor them.<\/p>\n
When you send them to tuition centres for extra lessons or hire a private tutor, this eliminates the risk of your children spending too much of their idle time playing instead of studying. They either spend more time outside of home, in the tuition center, or they will have to study or revise content under the supervision of a private tutor. Furthermore, the additional assignments that the tuition will provide, in addition to their schoolwork, will definitely keep your children focused on their studies!<\/p>\n
\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n#5 Tuition gives your child an edge over other students<\/span><\/h2>\nGiven how prevalent tuition is in Singapore\u2019s society today, and that tuition has a positive effect on your children\u2019s grades, it could be possible that your children might be losing out compared to other students!<\/p>\n
Since tuition classes give your children specialised aid and content customised to best suit their needs, they give your children a boost in terms of understanding compared to other students.<\/p>\n
Some tuition centres even teach highly beneficial skills to their students such as how to strategically take on exams and structure the answers<\/a>, and various effective studying or memory techniques!<\/p>\nTherefore, these small advantages will give your children an edge over their peers and help them to cope with the academic competitiveness in school. At worst, it will put them on par with their peers who also attend tuition; at best, it will help them perform better!<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
One last note\u2026<\/span><\/h2>\nAlthough tuition classes may have many beneficial effects and it may seem like a necessity for your children to have tuition, you also have to consider whether your children are able to cope with the increased workload. If they find that they cannot handle the additional workload even after an initial adjustment period, perhaps due to CCA or other commitments, you may want to pause the tuition classes for the moment and resume them once they are ready.<\/p>\n
You may also want to ask your children if they find that their tutors are effective: good communication between you and your children is of paramount importance. With a compatible tutor\/ tuition centre-student match and careful time-management, I\u2019m sure tuition will result in significant improvements in your children\u2019s grades!<\/p>\n
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Please click here<\/strong><\/a> to join our Parent Support Group on Facebook!<\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7,"featured_media":266,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"Students learn<\/span> the topic of Electricity<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0at Primary 5 and many of them find the concepts to be confusing, especially when they are first exposed to this topic.\r\n\r\nAs such, over the next few blog posts, I will be sharing more about the concepts of Electricity<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0that are commonly tested during examinations.\r\n\r\nIn today\u2019s blog post, I will be focusing on the arrangement of the wires in a bulb and relate it to how a bulb should be connected in a circuit.\r\nToday\u2019s Question:<\/span><\/h2>\r\nHow Should The Bulb Be Connected To The Circuit For It To Light Up?<\/strong><\/span><\/blockquote>\r\nThe following question is commonly encountered by students during tests.<\/p>\r\n
![\"\"](\"https:\/\/thesmartstudent.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/ACS-J-Question-1024x630.png\")
<\/a>Question Credit: Anglo Chinese School (Junior)\/ 2015 Primary 5 SA1\/ Question 18<\/em><\/p>\r\nWe can see that the key difference between the four options is the connection of the bulb(s) in the circuit.\r\nRequirements Needed for a Bulb to Light Up<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\u00a0\r\n\r\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/thesmartstudent.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Screenshot-2017-09-17-12.54.25-1024x547.png\")
<\/a>\r\n\r\n\u00a0\r\n\r\nOne wire is connected to the metal casing & one wire is connected to the metal tip<\/u><\/strong>\r\n\r\n\u00a0\r\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/thesmartstudent.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Example-of-a-Closed-Circuit-e1505630926957-1024x665.png\")
<\/a>Example of a closed circuit<\/em><\/p>\r\nWhen the wires in the circuit are connected to the metal casing and metal tip of the bulb, there is a closed (or complete) circuit with the bulb. Electricity will be able to flow through the filament, causing the bulb to light up.\r\nWhat Happens When Both Wires Are Connected To The Metal Tip\/Metal Casing?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\r\nScenario #1: Both wires are connected to the metal tip<\/strong><\/span>\r\n\r\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/thesmartstudent.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Scenario-1-e1506494508837-1024x543.png\")
<\/a>\r\nExample of a circuit when the wires are connected only to the metal tip<\/em><\/p>\r\nWhen both wires are connected to the metal tip of the bulb, electricity is unable to flow through the filament, preventing the bulb from lighting up.\r\n\r\nScenario #2: Both wires are connected to the metal casing<\/strong><\/span>\r\n\r\n\u00a0\r\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/thesmartstudent.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Scenario-2-e1505630899322-1024x545.png\")
<\/a>Example of a circuit when the wires are connected only to the metal casing<\/em><\/p>\r\nWhen both wires are connected to the metal casing of the bulb, electricity is unable to flow through the filament, preventing the bulb from lighting up.\r\n\r\nNow, let us now take a look at the question again.\r\nAnalysis Of The Options<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\nWhen analysing the circuits, students need to take note of one key point:\r\nHow is the bulb connected to the circuit?<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\r\nIn the following analysis, I have traced the pathway that electricity flows through (in red) as well so that it is easier to understand why the bulb lights up.\r\nCircuit A<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\r\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/thesmartstudent.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Circuit-A-748x1024.png\")
<\/a>\r\n\r\nBoth the metal casing and tip of the bulb are connected to the circuit, forming a closed circuit. Thus, electricity is able to flow through the wires in the circuit to the filament, allowing the bulb to light up.\r\nCircuit B<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\r\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/thesmartstudent.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Circuit-B-940x1024.png\")
<\/a>\r\n\r\nOnly the tip is connected to the circuit. Thus, electricity is unable to flow through the filament, preventing the bulb from lighting up.\r\nCircuit C<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\r\n
At first glance, it seems counterintuitive to do so, but tuition has some significant benefits on your child\u2019s learning. Here are some reasons why:<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
#1 Tuition provides a more conducive environment for studying <\/span><\/h2>\nWhen your children attend lessons at tuition centres, they participate in lessons that are in comfortable, air-conditioned environments and also in smaller class sizes of about 10 students, compared to around 40 in school. Students will\u00a0be placed in a more conducive environment to study in compared to in school.<\/p>\n
In addition, some private tutors tend to be more approachable and it will be easier for your children to clarify their doubts or ask questions when they are in a tuition class.<\/p>\n
\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n#2 Tuition allows tutors to pay more personalised attention to students<\/span><\/h2>\nDue to the smaller class size of tuition lessons, or even one-to-one private tuition, the tutors will be able to interact with the students more closely. They will be able to observe the strengths and weaknesses of each individual student and will be able to offer more in-depth explanations or guidance to help the students with their weaker topics.<\/p>\n
This is different from classes in school. Teachers have up to 40 students to handle and have to focus on completing the syllabus for the benefit of the entire class instead of paying special attention to individual students.<\/p>\n
When teachers in school face numerous students, it is usually challenging for them to notice when students are struggling to understand, or are showing confused looks. In smaller class sizes, tutors have a better chance of noticing even the slightest nuances, thus developing a better understanding of your child\u2019s learning abilities.<\/p>\n
In the case of one-to-one private tuition, the tutors can even customise their lesson content and structure to suit the strengths and weaknesses of your children! This can also help them perform better in school, as they will be able to understand the concepts, which they might not have understood well in the past.<\/p>\n
\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n#3 Tuition makes up for poor or ineffective teaching in school<\/span><\/h2>\nNo matter which school your child is studying in, it is impossible to guarantee that all of the teachers teach their students effectively.<\/p>\n
At times, this is not due to the ability of the teachers; it could be because the teaching style of your child\u2019s teachers does not suit the learning style of your child. This mismatch could cause your children\u2019s grades to be compromised.<\/p>\n
However, when you invest in private tuition for your children, you have the choice of selecting reputable tutors or even changing tutors if necessary. This would give your children the best possible guidance they will need to meet their needs.<\/p>\n
\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n#4 Tuition reduces time wasted on excess leisure activities<\/span><\/h2>\nI\u2019m sure you\u2019ve noticed that when your children return home from school, they tend to spend some time unwinding by playing games or watching TV. A little relaxation is fine, but more often than not, children get carried away with such activities and end up spending too much time on them! Even after you nag at them or scold them, old habits die hard and they might return to slacking off when you are not at home to monitor them.<\/p>\n
When you send them to tuition centres for extra lessons or hire a private tutor, this eliminates the risk of your children spending too much of their idle time playing instead of studying. They either spend more time outside of home, in the tuition center, or they will have to study or revise content under the supervision of a private tutor. Furthermore, the additional assignments that the tuition will provide, in addition to their schoolwork, will definitely keep your children focused on their studies!<\/p>\n
\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n#5 Tuition gives your child an edge over other students<\/span><\/h2>\nGiven how prevalent tuition is in Singapore\u2019s society today, and that tuition has a positive effect on your children\u2019s grades, it could be possible that your children might be losing out compared to other students!<\/p>\n
Since tuition classes give your children specialised aid and content customised to best suit their needs, they give your children a boost in terms of understanding compared to other students.<\/p>\n
Some tuition centres even teach highly beneficial skills to their students such as how to strategically take on exams and structure the answers<\/a>, and various effective studying or memory techniques!<\/p>\nTherefore, these small advantages will give your children an edge over their peers and help them to cope with the academic competitiveness in school. At worst, it will put them on par with their peers who also attend tuition; at best, it will help them perform better!<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
One last note\u2026<\/span><\/h2>\nAlthough tuition classes may have many beneficial effects and it may seem like a necessity for your children to have tuition, you also have to consider whether your children are able to cope with the increased workload. If they find that they cannot handle the additional workload even after an initial adjustment period, perhaps due to CCA or other commitments, you may want to pause the tuition classes for the moment and resume them once they are ready.<\/p>\n
You may also want to ask your children if they find that their tutors are effective: good communication between you and your children is of paramount importance. With a compatible tutor\/ tuition centre-student match and careful time-management, I\u2019m sure tuition will result in significant improvements in your children\u2019s grades!<\/p>\n
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Please click here<\/strong><\/a> to join our Parent Support Group on Facebook!<\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7,"featured_media":266,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"Students learn<\/span> the topic of Electricity<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0at Primary 5 and many of them find the concepts to be confusing, especially when they are first exposed to this topic.\r\n\r\nAs such, over the next few blog posts, I will be sharing more about the concepts of Electricity<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0that are commonly tested during examinations.\r\n\r\nIn today\u2019s blog post, I will be focusing on the arrangement of the wires in a bulb and relate it to how a bulb should be connected in a circuit.\r\nToday\u2019s Question:<\/span><\/h2>\r\nHow Should The Bulb Be Connected To The Circuit For It To Light Up?<\/strong><\/span><\/blockquote>\r\nThe following question is commonly encountered by students during tests.<\/p>\r\n
<\/a>Question Credit: Anglo Chinese School (Junior)\/ 2015 Primary 5 SA1\/ Question 18<\/em><\/p>\r\nWe can see that the key difference between the four options is the connection of the bulb(s) in the circuit.\r\nRequirements Needed for a Bulb to Light Up<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\u00a0\r\n\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\n\u00a0\r\n\r\nOne wire is connected to the metal casing & one wire is connected to the metal tip<\/u><\/strong>\r\n\r\n\u00a0\r\n<\/a>Example of a closed circuit<\/em><\/p>\r\nWhen the wires in the circuit are connected to the metal casing and metal tip of the bulb, there is a closed (or complete) circuit with the bulb. Electricity will be able to flow through the filament, causing the bulb to light up.\r\nWhat Happens When Both Wires Are Connected To The Metal Tip\/Metal Casing?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\r\nScenario #1: Both wires are connected to the metal tip<\/strong><\/span>\r\n\r\n<\/a>\r\nExample of a circuit when the wires are connected only to the metal tip<\/em><\/p>\r\nWhen both wires are connected to the metal tip of the bulb, electricity is unable to flow through the filament, preventing the bulb from lighting up.\r\n\r\nScenario #2: Both wires are connected to the metal casing<\/strong><\/span>\r\n\r\n\u00a0\r\n<\/a>Example of a circuit when the wires are connected only to the metal casing<\/em><\/p>\r\nWhen both wires are connected to the metal casing of the bulb, electricity is unable to flow through the filament, preventing the bulb from lighting up.\r\n\r\nNow, let us now take a look at the question again.\r\nAnalysis Of The Options<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\nWhen analysing the circuits, students need to take note of one key point:\r\nHow is the bulb connected to the circuit?<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\r\nIn the following analysis, I have traced the pathway that electricity flows through (in red) as well so that it is easier to understand why the bulb lights up.\r\nCircuit A<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\nBoth the metal casing and tip of the bulb are connected to the circuit, forming a closed circuit. Thus, electricity is able to flow through the wires in the circuit to the filament, allowing the bulb to light up.\r\nCircuit B<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\nOnly the tip is connected to the circuit. Thus, electricity is unable to flow through the filament, preventing the bulb from lighting up.\r\nCircuit C<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\r\n
#2 Tuition allows tutors to pay more personalised attention to students<\/span><\/h2>\nDue to the smaller class size of tuition lessons, or even one-to-one private tuition, the tutors will be able to interact with the students more closely. They will be able to observe the strengths and weaknesses of each individual student and will be able to offer more in-depth explanations or guidance to help the students with their weaker topics.<\/p>\n
This is different from classes in school. Teachers have up to 40 students to handle and have to focus on completing the syllabus for the benefit of the entire class instead of paying special attention to individual students.<\/p>\n
When teachers in school face numerous students, it is usually challenging for them to notice when students are struggling to understand, or are showing confused looks. In smaller class sizes, tutors have a better chance of noticing even the slightest nuances, thus developing a better understanding of your child\u2019s learning abilities.<\/p>\n
In the case of one-to-one private tuition, the tutors can even customise their lesson content and structure to suit the strengths and weaknesses of your children! This can also help them perform better in school, as they will be able to understand the concepts, which they might not have understood well in the past.<\/p>\n
\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n#3 Tuition makes up for poor or ineffective teaching in school<\/span><\/h2>\nNo matter which school your child is studying in, it is impossible to guarantee that all of the teachers teach their students effectively.<\/p>\n
At times, this is not due to the ability of the teachers; it could be because the teaching style of your child\u2019s teachers does not suit the learning style of your child. This mismatch could cause your children\u2019s grades to be compromised.<\/p>\n
However, when you invest in private tuition for your children, you have the choice of selecting reputable tutors or even changing tutors if necessary. This would give your children the best possible guidance they will need to meet their needs.<\/p>\n
\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n#4 Tuition reduces time wasted on excess leisure activities<\/span><\/h2>\nI\u2019m sure you\u2019ve noticed that when your children return home from school, they tend to spend some time unwinding by playing games or watching TV. A little relaxation is fine, but more often than not, children get carried away with such activities and end up spending too much time on them! Even after you nag at them or scold them, old habits die hard and they might return to slacking off when you are not at home to monitor them.<\/p>\n
When you send them to tuition centres for extra lessons or hire a private tutor, this eliminates the risk of your children spending too much of their idle time playing instead of studying. They either spend more time outside of home, in the tuition center, or they will have to study or revise content under the supervision of a private tutor. Furthermore, the additional assignments that the tuition will provide, in addition to their schoolwork, will definitely keep your children focused on their studies!<\/p>\n
\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n#5 Tuition gives your child an edge over other students<\/span><\/h2>\nGiven how prevalent tuition is in Singapore\u2019s society today, and that tuition has a positive effect on your children\u2019s grades, it could be possible that your children might be losing out compared to other students!<\/p>\n
Since tuition classes give your children specialised aid and content customised to best suit their needs, they give your children a boost in terms of understanding compared to other students.<\/p>\n
Some tuition centres even teach highly beneficial skills to their students such as how to strategically take on exams and structure the answers<\/a>, and various effective studying or memory techniques!<\/p>\nTherefore, these small advantages will give your children an edge over their peers and help them to cope with the academic competitiveness in school. At worst, it will put them on par with their peers who also attend tuition; at best, it will help them perform better!<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
One last note\u2026<\/span><\/h2>\nAlthough tuition classes may have many beneficial effects and it may seem like a necessity for your children to have tuition, you also have to consider whether your children are able to cope with the increased workload. If they find that they cannot handle the additional workload even after an initial adjustment period, perhaps due to CCA or other commitments, you may want to pause the tuition classes for the moment and resume them once they are ready.<\/p>\n
You may also want to ask your children if they find that their tutors are effective: good communication between you and your children is of paramount importance. With a compatible tutor\/ tuition centre-student match and careful time-management, I\u2019m sure tuition will result in significant improvements in your children\u2019s grades!<\/p>\n
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Please click here<\/strong><\/a> to join our Parent Support Group on Facebook!<\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7,"featured_media":266,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"Students learn<\/span> the topic of Electricity<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0at Primary 5 and many of them find the concepts to be confusing, especially when they are first exposed to this topic.\r\n\r\nAs such, over the next few blog posts, I will be sharing more about the concepts of Electricity<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0that are commonly tested during examinations.\r\n\r\nIn today\u2019s blog post, I will be focusing on the arrangement of the wires in a bulb and relate it to how a bulb should be connected in a circuit.\r\nToday\u2019s Question:<\/span><\/h2>\r\nHow Should The Bulb Be Connected To The Circuit For It To Light Up?<\/strong><\/span><\/blockquote>\r\nThe following question is commonly encountered by students during tests.<\/p>\r\n
<\/a>Question Credit: Anglo Chinese School (Junior)\/ 2015 Primary 5 SA1\/ Question 18<\/em><\/p>\r\nWe can see that the key difference between the four options is the connection of the bulb(s) in the circuit.\r\nRequirements Needed for a Bulb to Light Up<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\u00a0\r\n\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\n\u00a0\r\n\r\nOne wire is connected to the metal casing & one wire is connected to the metal tip<\/u><\/strong>\r\n\r\n\u00a0\r\n<\/a>Example of a closed circuit<\/em><\/p>\r\nWhen the wires in the circuit are connected to the metal casing and metal tip of the bulb, there is a closed (or complete) circuit with the bulb. Electricity will be able to flow through the filament, causing the bulb to light up.\r\nWhat Happens When Both Wires Are Connected To The Metal Tip\/Metal Casing?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\r\nScenario #1: Both wires are connected to the metal tip<\/strong><\/span>\r\n\r\n<\/a>\r\nExample of a circuit when the wires are connected only to the metal tip<\/em><\/p>\r\nWhen both wires are connected to the metal tip of the bulb, electricity is unable to flow through the filament, preventing the bulb from lighting up.\r\n\r\nScenario #2: Both wires are connected to the metal casing<\/strong><\/span>\r\n\r\n\u00a0\r\n<\/a>Example of a circuit when the wires are connected only to the metal casing<\/em><\/p>\r\nWhen both wires are connected to the metal casing of the bulb, electricity is unable to flow through the filament, preventing the bulb from lighting up.\r\n\r\nNow, let us now take a look at the question again.\r\nAnalysis Of The Options<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\nWhen analysing the circuits, students need to take note of one key point:\r\nHow is the bulb connected to the circuit?<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\r\nIn the following analysis, I have traced the pathway that electricity flows through (in red) as well so that it is easier to understand why the bulb lights up.\r\nCircuit A<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\nBoth the metal casing and tip of the bulb are connected to the circuit, forming a closed circuit. Thus, electricity is able to flow through the wires in the circuit to the filament, allowing the bulb to light up.\r\nCircuit B<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\nOnly the tip is connected to the circuit. Thus, electricity is unable to flow through the filament, preventing the bulb from lighting up.\r\nCircuit C<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\r\n
#3 Tuition makes up for poor or ineffective teaching in school<\/span><\/h2>\nNo matter which school your child is studying in, it is impossible to guarantee that all of the teachers teach their students effectively.<\/p>\n
At times, this is not due to the ability of the teachers; it could be because the teaching style of your child\u2019s teachers does not suit the learning style of your child. This mismatch could cause your children\u2019s grades to be compromised.<\/p>\n
However, when you invest in private tuition for your children, you have the choice of selecting reputable tutors or even changing tutors if necessary. This would give your children the best possible guidance they will need to meet their needs.<\/p>\n
\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n#4 Tuition reduces time wasted on excess leisure activities<\/span><\/h2>\nI\u2019m sure you\u2019ve noticed that when your children return home from school, they tend to spend some time unwinding by playing games or watching TV. A little relaxation is fine, but more often than not, children get carried away with such activities and end up spending too much time on them! Even after you nag at them or scold them, old habits die hard and they might return to slacking off when you are not at home to monitor them.<\/p>\n
When you send them to tuition centres for extra lessons or hire a private tutor, this eliminates the risk of your children spending too much of their idle time playing instead of studying. They either spend more time outside of home, in the tuition center, or they will have to study or revise content under the supervision of a private tutor. Furthermore, the additional assignments that the tuition will provide, in addition to their schoolwork, will definitely keep your children focused on their studies!<\/p>\n
\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n#5 Tuition gives your child an edge over other students<\/span><\/h2>\nGiven how prevalent tuition is in Singapore\u2019s society today, and that tuition has a positive effect on your children\u2019s grades, it could be possible that your children might be losing out compared to other students!<\/p>\n
Since tuition classes give your children specialised aid and content customised to best suit their needs, they give your children a boost in terms of understanding compared to other students.<\/p>\n
Some tuition centres even teach highly beneficial skills to their students such as how to strategically take on exams and structure the answers<\/a>, and various effective studying or memory techniques!<\/p>\nTherefore, these small advantages will give your children an edge over their peers and help them to cope with the academic competitiveness in school. At worst, it will put them on par with their peers who also attend tuition; at best, it will help them perform better!<\/p>\n
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One last note\u2026<\/span><\/h2>\nAlthough tuition classes may have many beneficial effects and it may seem like a necessity for your children to have tuition, you also have to consider whether your children are able to cope with the increased workload. If they find that they cannot handle the additional workload even after an initial adjustment period, perhaps due to CCA or other commitments, you may want to pause the tuition classes for the moment and resume them once they are ready.<\/p>\n
You may also want to ask your children if they find that their tutors are effective: good communication between you and your children is of paramount importance. With a compatible tutor\/ tuition centre-student match and careful time-management, I\u2019m sure tuition will result in significant improvements in your children\u2019s grades!<\/p>\n
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Please click here<\/strong><\/a> to join our Parent Support Group on Facebook!<\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7,"featured_media":266,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"Students learn<\/span> the topic of Electricity<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0at Primary 5 and many of them find the concepts to be confusing, especially when they are first exposed to this topic.\r\n\r\nAs such, over the next few blog posts, I will be sharing more about the concepts of Electricity<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0that are commonly tested during examinations.\r\n\r\nIn today\u2019s blog post, I will be focusing on the arrangement of the wires in a bulb and relate it to how a bulb should be connected in a circuit.\r\nToday\u2019s Question:<\/span><\/h2>\r\nHow Should The Bulb Be Connected To The Circuit For It To Light Up?<\/strong><\/span><\/blockquote>\r\nThe following question is commonly encountered by students during tests.<\/p>\r\n
<\/a>Question Credit: Anglo Chinese School (Junior)\/ 2015 Primary 5 SA1\/ Question 18<\/em><\/p>\r\nWe can see that the key difference between the four options is the connection of the bulb(s) in the circuit.\r\nRequirements Needed for a Bulb to Light Up<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\u00a0\r\n\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\n\u00a0\r\n\r\nOne wire is connected to the metal casing & one wire is connected to the metal tip<\/u><\/strong>\r\n\r\n\u00a0\r\n<\/a>Example of a closed circuit<\/em><\/p>\r\nWhen the wires in the circuit are connected to the metal casing and metal tip of the bulb, there is a closed (or complete) circuit with the bulb. Electricity will be able to flow through the filament, causing the bulb to light up.\r\nWhat Happens When Both Wires Are Connected To The Metal Tip\/Metal Casing?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\r\nScenario #1: Both wires are connected to the metal tip<\/strong><\/span>\r\n\r\n<\/a>\r\nExample of a circuit when the wires are connected only to the metal tip<\/em><\/p>\r\nWhen both wires are connected to the metal tip of the bulb, electricity is unable to flow through the filament, preventing the bulb from lighting up.\r\n\r\nScenario #2: Both wires are connected to the metal casing<\/strong><\/span>\r\n\r\n\u00a0\r\n<\/a>Example of a circuit when the wires are connected only to the metal casing<\/em><\/p>\r\nWhen both wires are connected to the metal casing of the bulb, electricity is unable to flow through the filament, preventing the bulb from lighting up.\r\n\r\nNow, let us now take a look at the question again.\r\nAnalysis Of The Options<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\nWhen analysing the circuits, students need to take note of one key point:\r\nHow is the bulb connected to the circuit?<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\r\nIn the following analysis, I have traced the pathway that electricity flows through (in red) as well so that it is easier to understand why the bulb lights up.\r\nCircuit A<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\nBoth the metal casing and tip of the bulb are connected to the circuit, forming a closed circuit. Thus, electricity is able to flow through the wires in the circuit to the filament, allowing the bulb to light up.\r\nCircuit B<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\nOnly the tip is connected to the circuit. Thus, electricity is unable to flow through the filament, preventing the bulb from lighting up.\r\nCircuit C<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\r\n
#4 Tuition reduces time wasted on excess leisure activities<\/span><\/h2>\nI\u2019m sure you\u2019ve noticed that when your children return home from school, they tend to spend some time unwinding by playing games or watching TV. A little relaxation is fine, but more often than not, children get carried away with such activities and end up spending too much time on them! Even after you nag at them or scold them, old habits die hard and they might return to slacking off when you are not at home to monitor them.<\/p>\n
When you send them to tuition centres for extra lessons or hire a private tutor, this eliminates the risk of your children spending too much of their idle time playing instead of studying. They either spend more time outside of home, in the tuition center, or they will have to study or revise content under the supervision of a private tutor. Furthermore, the additional assignments that the tuition will provide, in addition to their schoolwork, will definitely keep your children focused on their studies!<\/p>\n
\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n#5 Tuition gives your child an edge over other students<\/span><\/h2>\nGiven how prevalent tuition is in Singapore\u2019s society today, and that tuition has a positive effect on your children\u2019s grades, it could be possible that your children might be losing out compared to other students!<\/p>\n
Since tuition classes give your children specialised aid and content customised to best suit their needs, they give your children a boost in terms of understanding compared to other students.<\/p>\n
Some tuition centres even teach highly beneficial skills to their students such as how to strategically take on exams and structure the answers<\/a>, and various effective studying or memory techniques!<\/p>\nTherefore, these small advantages will give your children an edge over their peers and help them to cope with the academic competitiveness in school. At worst, it will put them on par with their peers who also attend tuition; at best, it will help them perform better!<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
One last note\u2026<\/span><\/h2>\nAlthough tuition classes may have many beneficial effects and it may seem like a necessity for your children to have tuition, you also have to consider whether your children are able to cope with the increased workload. If they find that they cannot handle the additional workload even after an initial adjustment period, perhaps due to CCA or other commitments, you may want to pause the tuition classes for the moment and resume them once they are ready.<\/p>\n
You may also want to ask your children if they find that their tutors are effective: good communication between you and your children is of paramount importance. With a compatible tutor\/ tuition centre-student match and careful time-management, I\u2019m sure tuition will result in significant improvements in your children\u2019s grades!<\/p>\n
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<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7,"featured_media":266,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"Students learn<\/span> the topic of Electricity<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0at Primary 5 and many of them find the concepts to be confusing, especially when they are first exposed to this topic.\r\n\r\nAs such, over the next few blog posts, I will be sharing more about the concepts of Electricity<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0that are commonly tested during examinations.\r\n\r\nIn today\u2019s blog post, I will be focusing on the arrangement of the wires in a bulb and relate it to how a bulb should be connected in a circuit.\r\nToday\u2019s Question:<\/span><\/h2>\r\nHow Should The Bulb Be Connected To The Circuit For It To Light Up?<\/strong><\/span><\/blockquote>\r\nThe following question is commonly encountered by students during tests.<\/p>\r\n
<\/a>Question Credit: Anglo Chinese School (Junior)\/ 2015 Primary 5 SA1\/ Question 18<\/em><\/p>\r\nWe can see that the key difference between the four options is the connection of the bulb(s) in the circuit.\r\nRequirements Needed for a Bulb to Light Up<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\u00a0\r\n\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\n\u00a0\r\n\r\nOne wire is connected to the metal casing & one wire is connected to the metal tip<\/u><\/strong>\r\n\r\n\u00a0\r\n<\/a>Example of a closed circuit<\/em><\/p>\r\nWhen the wires in the circuit are connected to the metal casing and metal tip of the bulb, there is a closed (or complete) circuit with the bulb. Electricity will be able to flow through the filament, causing the bulb to light up.\r\nWhat Happens When Both Wires Are Connected To The Metal Tip\/Metal Casing?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\r\nScenario #1: Both wires are connected to the metal tip<\/strong><\/span>\r\n\r\n<\/a>\r\nExample of a circuit when the wires are connected only to the metal tip<\/em><\/p>\r\nWhen both wires are connected to the metal tip of the bulb, electricity is unable to flow through the filament, preventing the bulb from lighting up.\r\n\r\nScenario #2: Both wires are connected to the metal casing<\/strong><\/span>\r\n\r\n\u00a0\r\n<\/a>Example of a circuit when the wires are connected only to the metal casing<\/em><\/p>\r\nWhen both wires are connected to the metal casing of the bulb, electricity is unable to flow through the filament, preventing the bulb from lighting up.\r\n\r\nNow, let us now take a look at the question again.\r\nAnalysis Of The Options<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\nWhen analysing the circuits, students need to take note of one key point:\r\nHow is the bulb connected to the circuit?<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\r\nIn the following analysis, I have traced the pathway that electricity flows through (in red) as well so that it is easier to understand why the bulb lights up.\r\nCircuit A<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\nBoth the metal casing and tip of the bulb are connected to the circuit, forming a closed circuit. Thus, electricity is able to flow through the wires in the circuit to the filament, allowing the bulb to light up.\r\nCircuit B<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\nOnly the tip is connected to the circuit. Thus, electricity is unable to flow through the filament, preventing the bulb from lighting up.\r\nCircuit C<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\r\n
#5 Tuition gives your child an edge over other students<\/span><\/h2>\nGiven how prevalent tuition is in Singapore\u2019s society today, and that tuition has a positive effect on your children\u2019s grades, it could be possible that your children might be losing out compared to other students!<\/p>\n
Since tuition classes give your children specialised aid and content customised to best suit their needs, they give your children a boost in terms of understanding compared to other students.<\/p>\n
Some tuition centres even teach highly beneficial skills to their students such as how to strategically take on exams and structure the answers<\/a>, and various effective studying or memory techniques!<\/p>\nTherefore, these small advantages will give your children an edge over their peers and help them to cope with the academic competitiveness in school. At worst, it will put them on par with their peers who also attend tuition; at best, it will help them perform better!<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
One last note\u2026<\/span><\/h2>\nAlthough tuition classes may have many beneficial effects and it may seem like a necessity for your children to have tuition, you also have to consider whether your children are able to cope with the increased workload. If they find that they cannot handle the additional workload even after an initial adjustment period, perhaps due to CCA or other commitments, you may want to pause the tuition classes for the moment and resume them once they are ready.<\/p>\n
You may also want to ask your children if they find that their tutors are effective: good communication between you and your children is of paramount importance. With a compatible tutor\/ tuition centre-student match and careful time-management, I\u2019m sure tuition will result in significant improvements in your children\u2019s grades!<\/p>\n
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<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7,"featured_media":266,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"Students learn<\/span> the topic of Electricity<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0at Primary 5 and many of them find the concepts to be confusing, especially when they are first exposed to this topic.\r\n\r\nAs such, over the next few blog posts, I will be sharing more about the concepts of Electricity<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0that are commonly tested during examinations.\r\n\r\nIn today\u2019s blog post, I will be focusing on the arrangement of the wires in a bulb and relate it to how a bulb should be connected in a circuit.\r\nToday\u2019s Question:<\/span><\/h2>\r\nHow Should The Bulb Be Connected To The Circuit For It To Light Up?<\/strong><\/span><\/blockquote>\r\nThe following question is commonly encountered by students during tests.<\/p>\r\n
<\/a>Question Credit: Anglo Chinese School (Junior)\/ 2015 Primary 5 SA1\/ Question 18<\/em><\/p>\r\nWe can see that the key difference between the four options is the connection of the bulb(s) in the circuit.\r\nRequirements Needed for a Bulb to Light Up<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\u00a0\r\n\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\n\u00a0\r\n\r\nOne wire is connected to the metal casing & one wire is connected to the metal tip<\/u><\/strong>\r\n\r\n\u00a0\r\n<\/a>Example of a closed circuit<\/em><\/p>\r\nWhen the wires in the circuit are connected to the metal casing and metal tip of the bulb, there is a closed (or complete) circuit with the bulb. Electricity will be able to flow through the filament, causing the bulb to light up.\r\nWhat Happens When Both Wires Are Connected To The Metal Tip\/Metal Casing?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\r\nScenario #1: Both wires are connected to the metal tip<\/strong><\/span>\r\n\r\n<\/a>\r\nExample of a circuit when the wires are connected only to the metal tip<\/em><\/p>\r\nWhen both wires are connected to the metal tip of the bulb, electricity is unable to flow through the filament, preventing the bulb from lighting up.\r\n\r\nScenario #2: Both wires are connected to the metal casing<\/strong><\/span>\r\n\r\n\u00a0\r\n<\/a>Example of a circuit when the wires are connected only to the metal casing<\/em><\/p>\r\nWhen both wires are connected to the metal casing of the bulb, electricity is unable to flow through the filament, preventing the bulb from lighting up.\r\n\r\nNow, let us now take a look at the question again.\r\nAnalysis Of The Options<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\nWhen analysing the circuits, students need to take note of one key point:\r\nHow is the bulb connected to the circuit?<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\r\nIn the following analysis, I have traced the pathway that electricity flows through (in red) as well so that it is easier to understand why the bulb lights up.\r\nCircuit A<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\nBoth the metal casing and tip of the bulb are connected to the circuit, forming a closed circuit. Thus, electricity is able to flow through the wires in the circuit to the filament, allowing the bulb to light up.\r\nCircuit B<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\nOnly the tip is connected to the circuit. Thus, electricity is unable to flow through the filament, preventing the bulb from lighting up.\r\nCircuit C<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\r\n
Therefore, these small advantages will give your children an edge over their peers and help them to cope with the academic competitiveness in school. At worst, it will put them on par with their peers who also attend tuition; at best, it will help them perform better!<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
One last note\u2026<\/span><\/h2>\nAlthough tuition classes may have many beneficial effects and it may seem like a necessity for your children to have tuition, you also have to consider whether your children are able to cope with the increased workload. If they find that they cannot handle the additional workload even after an initial adjustment period, perhaps due to CCA or other commitments, you may want to pause the tuition classes for the moment and resume them once they are ready.<\/p>\n
You may also want to ask your children if they find that their tutors are effective: good communication between you and your children is of paramount importance. With a compatible tutor\/ tuition centre-student match and careful time-management, I\u2019m sure tuition will result in significant improvements in your children\u2019s grades!<\/p>\n
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<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7,"featured_media":266,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"Students learn<\/span> the topic of Electricity<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0at Primary 5 and many of them find the concepts to be confusing, especially when they are first exposed to this topic.\r\n\r\nAs such, over the next few blog posts, I will be sharing more about the concepts of Electricity<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0that are commonly tested during examinations.\r\n\r\nIn today\u2019s blog post, I will be focusing on the arrangement of the wires in a bulb and relate it to how a bulb should be connected in a circuit.\r\nToday\u2019s Question:<\/span><\/h2>\r\nHow Should The Bulb Be Connected To The Circuit For It To Light Up?<\/strong><\/span><\/blockquote>\r\nThe following question is commonly encountered by students during tests.<\/p>\r\n
<\/a>Question Credit: Anglo Chinese School (Junior)\/ 2015 Primary 5 SA1\/ Question 18<\/em><\/p>\r\nWe can see that the key difference between the four options is the connection of the bulb(s) in the circuit.\r\nRequirements Needed for a Bulb to Light Up<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\u00a0\r\n\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\n\u00a0\r\n\r\nOne wire is connected to the metal casing & one wire is connected to the metal tip<\/u><\/strong>\r\n\r\n\u00a0\r\n<\/a>Example of a closed circuit<\/em><\/p>\r\nWhen the wires in the circuit are connected to the metal casing and metal tip of the bulb, there is a closed (or complete) circuit with the bulb. Electricity will be able to flow through the filament, causing the bulb to light up.\r\nWhat Happens When Both Wires Are Connected To The Metal Tip\/Metal Casing?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\r\nScenario #1: Both wires are connected to the metal tip<\/strong><\/span>\r\n\r\n<\/a>\r\nExample of a circuit when the wires are connected only to the metal tip<\/em><\/p>\r\nWhen both wires are connected to the metal tip of the bulb, electricity is unable to flow through the filament, preventing the bulb from lighting up.\r\n\r\nScenario #2: Both wires are connected to the metal casing<\/strong><\/span>\r\n\r\n\u00a0\r\n<\/a>Example of a circuit when the wires are connected only to the metal casing<\/em><\/p>\r\nWhen both wires are connected to the metal casing of the bulb, electricity is unable to flow through the filament, preventing the bulb from lighting up.\r\n\r\nNow, let us now take a look at the question again.\r\nAnalysis Of The Options<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\nWhen analysing the circuits, students need to take note of one key point:\r\nHow is the bulb connected to the circuit?<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\r\nIn the following analysis, I have traced the pathway that electricity flows through (in red) as well so that it is easier to understand why the bulb lights up.\r\nCircuit A<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\nBoth the metal casing and tip of the bulb are connected to the circuit, forming a closed circuit. Thus, electricity is able to flow through the wires in the circuit to the filament, allowing the bulb to light up.\r\nCircuit B<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\nOnly the tip is connected to the circuit. Thus, electricity is unable to flow through the filament, preventing the bulb from lighting up.\r\nCircuit C<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\r\n
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<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7,"featured_media":266,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"Students learn<\/span> the topic of Electricity<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0at Primary 5 and many of them find the concepts to be confusing, especially when they are first exposed to this topic.\r\n\r\nAs such, over the next few blog posts, I will be sharing more about the concepts of Electricity<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0that are commonly tested during examinations.\r\n\r\nIn today\u2019s blog post, I will be focusing on the arrangement of the wires in a bulb and relate it to how a bulb should be connected in a circuit.\r\n The following question is commonly encountered by students during tests.<\/p>\r\n Example of a circuit when the wires are connected only to the metal tip<\/em><\/p>\r\nWhen both wires are connected to the metal tip of the bulb, electricity is unable to flow through the filament, preventing the bulb from lighting up.\r\n\r\nScenario #2: Both wires are connected to the metal casing<\/strong><\/span>\r\n\r\n\u00a0\r\n Circuit A<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\r\n Circuit B<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\r\n Circuit C<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\r\nToday\u2019s Question:<\/span><\/h2>\r\n
How Should The Bulb Be Connected To The Circuit For It To Light Up?<\/strong><\/span><\/blockquote>\r\n
<\/a>Question Credit: Anglo Chinese School (Junior)\/ 2015 Primary 5 SA1\/ Question 18<\/em><\/p>\r\nWe can see that the key difference between the four options is the connection of the bulb(s) in the circuit.\r\nRequirements Needed for a Bulb to Light Up<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\u00a0\r\n\r\n
<\/a>\r\n\r\n\u00a0\r\n\r\nOne wire is connected to the metal casing & one wire is connected to the metal tip<\/u><\/strong>\r\n\r\n\u00a0\r\n<\/a>Example of a closed circuit<\/em><\/p>\r\nWhen the wires in the circuit are connected to the metal casing and metal tip of the bulb, there is a closed (or complete) circuit with the bulb. Electricity will be able to flow through the filament, causing the bulb to light up.\r\nWhat Happens When Both Wires Are Connected To The Metal Tip\/Metal Casing?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\r\nScenario #1: Both wires are connected to the metal tip<\/strong><\/span>\r\n\r\n
<\/a>\r\n<\/a>Example of a circuit when the wires are connected only to the metal casing<\/em><\/p>\r\nWhen both wires are connected to the metal casing of the bulb, electricity is unable to flow through the filament, preventing the bulb from lighting up.\r\n\r\nNow, let us now take a look at the question again.\r\nAnalysis Of The Options<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\r\n
<\/a>\r\n\r\nWhen analysing the circuits, students need to take note of one key point:\r\nHow is the bulb connected to the circuit?<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\r\nIn the following analysis, I have traced the pathway that electricity flows through (in red) as well so that it is easier to understand why the bulb lights up.\r\n
<\/a>\r\n\r\nBoth the metal casing and tip of the bulb are connected to the circuit, forming a closed circuit. Thus, electricity is able to flow through the wires in the circuit to the filament, allowing the bulb to light up.\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\nOnly the tip is connected to the circuit. Thus, electricity is unable to flow through the filament, preventing the bulb from lighting up.\r\n
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<\/a><\/p>\r\nOnly the casing is connected to the circuit. Thus, electricity is unable to flow through the filament, preventing the bulb from lighting up.\r\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/thesmartstudent.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Circuit-D-707x1024.png\")
<\/a><\/p>\r\nBoth the metal casing and tip of the two bulbs are connected to the circuit, forming a closed circuit. Thus, electricity is able to flow through the wires in the circuit to the filaments, allowing the bulbs to light up.\r\n\r\nAs the bulbs in circuits A and D will light up, the correct answer is option 4.\r\n