Four Resistors Are Connected in Series Across an 18 V

question 52

Multiple Choice

Four resistors are connected in series across an 18 V source. Three resistors drop 0 V and one resistor drops 18 V. Whatʹs the trouble?

• A)The three resistors are open.
• B)One resistor is open.
• C)Two of the resistors are shorted.
• D)There is no trouble; these voltages are normal.

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