Resistor 1: 3.27 kilo ohms Resistor 2: 3.28 kilo ohms Resistor 3: 841 ohms Resistors 1, 2, and 3 are connected in series, measured a total resistance of 7.39 kilo ohms. Resistors 1, 2, and 3 are connected in parallel, measured a total resistance of 539 ohms. Calculate the expected resistance of each circuit and compare to the measured resistance. Is it different - if so, why?

Resistor 1: 3.27 kilo ohms Resistor 2: 3.28 kilo ohms Resistor 3: 841 ohms Resistors 1, 2, and 3 are connected in series, measured a total resistance of 7.39 kilo ohms. Resistors 1, 2, and 3 are connected in parallel, measured a total resistance of 539 ohms. Calculate the expected resistance of each circuit and compare to the measured resistance. Is it different - if so, why?

Physics for Scientists and Engineers, Technology Update (No access codes included)

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Author:Raymond A. Serway, John W. Jewett

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Chapter28: Direct-current Circuits

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