Five 20-Ω Resistors Are Connected as Shown in the Figure

question 123

Multiple Choice

Five 2.0-Ω resistors are connected as shown in the figure.What is the equivalent resistance of this combination between points a and b?

• A)1.0 Ω
• B)10.0 Ω
• C)2.0 Ω
• D)6.0 Ω
• E)0.40 Ω

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