Two Resistors of Values 8 and 17 Ω Are Connected

question 32

Multiple Choice

Two resistors of values 8 and 17 Ω are connected in parallel.This combination in turn is hooked in series with a 5-Ω resistor.What is the overall resistance of this combination?

• A) 2.6 Ω
• B) 12.7 Ω
• C) 10.4 Ω
• D) 30 Ω
• E) ​5.4 Ω

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