Question

If a 6 volt battery is connected in series to resistances of 2 ohms, 8 ohms, and 14 ohms, what is the amount of the current that is flowing?

Answer 1

Answer: 0.25

Step-by-step explanation:

Answer 2

I = 0.25 [amp]

Step-by-step explanation:

To solve this problem we must use ohm's law which tells us that the voltage is equal to the product of the current by the resistance.

V = I*R

where:

V = voltage [Volt]

I = amperage or current [amp]

R = resistance [ohm]

Since all resistors are connected in series, the total resistance will be equal to the arithmetic sum of all resistors.

Rt = 2 + 8 + 14

Rt = 24 [ohm]

Now clearing I for amperage

I = V/Rt

I = 6/24

I = 0.25 [amp]