Resistors in Combination: Two Unknown Resistors Are Connected Together

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Short Answer

Resistors in combination: Two unknown resistors are connected together. When they are connected in series their equivalent resistance is 15 Ω. When they are connected in parallel, their equivalent resistance is 3.3 Ω. What are the resistances of these resistors?

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Status Quo

The existing state or condition of a situation, which is often seen as the standard or norm.

Entitativity

The perception or degree to which a group is seen as being a coherent, distinct, and unified entity.

Ingroup Bias

The inclination to prefer individuals from one's own group rather than from other groups.

Cohesive

Characterized by or causing unity and togetherness among individuals or elements in a group.