Concept explainers
a.
The equivalent resistance in the parallel circuit.
a.
Answer to Problem 64A
Explanation of Solution
Given:
Two resistors in parallel.
Formula Used:
Total resistance in a parallel connection is
Calculation:
Substituting the values.
Simplifying
Conclusion:
The total resistance in the parallel connection is
b.
The total current in the circuit.
b.
Answer to Problem 64A
The total current in the circuit is
Explanation of Solution
Given:
Potential difference
Total resistance
Formula Used:
From Ohm’s law, total current in the circuit is
Here,
Calculations:
Substitute the values
Simplifying
Conclusion:
The total current in the circuit is
c.
The current in the
c.
Answer to Problem 64A
Explanation of Solution
Given:
Potential difference,
Resistance,
Formula Used:
From Ohm’s law, total current in the circuit is
Here,
Calculations:
Substituting the values
Simplifying
Conclusion:
The current in the
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