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Resistance equation please help!

Resistance equation please help!-example-1
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Answer:

D. 5.2Ω

Step-by-step explanation:

Resistors in parallel have a net resistance of:

R = (1/R₁ + 1/R₂)⁻¹

The 2.0Ω resistor and the 3.0Ω resistor are in parallel, so the combination has a net resistance of:

R = (1/2.0 + 1/3.0)⁻¹

R = 1.2Ω

Resistors in series of a net resistance of:

R = R₁ + R₂

The 4.0Ω resistor is in series with the 2.0Ω/3.0Ω combination. So the net resistance of all three is:

R = 1.2Ω + 4.0Ω

R = 5.2Ω

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