A15- $\Omega$ Resistor Is Connected in Parallel with A $30 - \Omega$

question 57

Multiple Choice

A15- $\Omega$ resistor is connected in parallel with a $30 - \Omega$ resistor. If this combination is now connected in series with an ideal $9.0 - \mathrm { V }$ battery and a $20 - \Omega$ resistor, what is the current through the $15 - \Omega$ resistor?

• A) \(0.20 \mathrm {~A}\)
• B) \(0.26 \mathrm {~A}\)
• C) \(0.10 \mathrm {~A}\)
• D) \(0.13 \mathrm {~A}\)

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