Question

Three 18-ohm resistors are connected in series with an ideal 12-volt battery. What is the equivalent resistance of the circuit?

Answer 1

RT = 54 Ohms

Step-by-step explanation:

Given the following data;

Resistance = 18 Ohms

Voltage = 12 Volts

To find the equivalent resistance (RT) of the circuit;

For a series connection, the formula is;

RT = R1 + R2 + R3

RT = 18 + 18 + 18

RT = 54 Ohms

Or

RT = 3*R

RT = 3 * 18

RT = 54 Ohms