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What is the total resistance of the two resistors connected in parallel, as shown in the diagram, when R1 = 46 Ohms and R2 = 52 Ohms?

What is the total resistance of the two resistors connected in parallel, as shown-example-1
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Answer;

= 24.408 Ohms

Step-by-step explanation;

The two resistors connected in parallel, therefore to calculate the effective or total resistance we use the formula;

1/Rt = 1/R₁ + 1/R₂

= 1/52 + 1/46

Total resistance = (52 × 46) ÷ (52+46)

= 24.408 Ohms

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