In a Three-Branch Parallel Circuit, R₁=1 $\mathrm { M } \Omega$

question 25

Multiple Choice

In a three-branch parallel circuit, R₁=1.2 $\mathrm { M } \Omega$ , R₂=1 $\mathrm { M } \Omega$ and R_T=0.5 $\mathrm { M } \Omega$ . Calculate R₃ .

• A) 6 \(\mathrm { M } \Omega\)
• B) 2 \(\mathrm { M } \Omega\)
• C) 7.7 \(\mathrm { M } \Omega\)
• D) 1.7 \(\mathrm { M } \Omega\)

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