Question

Part B circuits combining series and parallel resistors. Resistors are often connected to each other in electric circuits. Finding the equivalent resistance of combinations of resistors is a common and important task. Equivalent resistance is defined as the single resistance that can replace the given combination of resistors in such a manner that the currents in the rest of For the setup shown in (Figure 4), find the equivalent resistance between points A and B. Express your answer in Ohms. Figure < 4 of 4 IVO AED Req= 12 622 W Submit Previous Answers Request Answer B X Incorrect; Try Again; 4 attempts remaining WW 322

Answer 1

Equivalent Resistance is given by, $\frac{1}{R_{eq}} = \frac{1}{R_1} + \frac{1}{R_2}$

Rearranging : $R_{eq} = \frac{R_1 R_2}{R_1 + R_2}$

Substituting : $R_{eq} = \frac{6*3}{6 + 3} = 2 \Omega \rightarrow Answer$

Answer 2

1/Req = 1/R1 + 1/R2 = 1/6 +1/3 =0.5 

1/0.5 = 2 ohms