Three resistors A,B and C are connected in parallel. The resistance of A is 12 ohms , and that of B is 10 ohms, C is adjustable. The current to entire circuit is 8A. to what value should the resistance of C be adjusted in order that it may take 2.5 A.

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Three resistors A,B and C are connected in parallel. The resistance of A is 12 ohms , and that of B is 10 ohms, C is adjustable. The current to entire circuit is 8A. to what value should the resistance of C be adjusted in order that it may take 2.5 A.

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