Resistors of 2 Ω, 12 Ω and 12 Ω are connected in series. What is the total resistance?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. 26 \u03a9
- Step 1: In series the resistances add: .
- Step 2: Ω.
Answer
26 Ω.
Why not the others: 3/2 Ω: that is the formula for resistors in parallel. 288 Ω: it multiplies the resistances. 12 Ω: it takes the largest value only.
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