Two 40- $\Omega$ Resistors Are Connected in Parallel, and This Combination Is Connected

question 248

Multiple Choice

Two 4.0- $\Omega$ resistors are connected in parallel, and this combination is connected in series with $3.0$ $\Omega$ . What is the equivalent resistance of this system?

• A) \(5.0 \Omega\)
• B) \(11 \Omega\)
• C) \(7.0 \Omega\)
• D) \(1.2 \Omega\)

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