In the circuit below resistors R1 and R2 are in series and have resistances of 5 0 and 10 0, respectively The voltage across resistor R1 is equal to 4 V. Find the current passing through resistor R2 and the voltage across the same resistor:
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Since resistors R1 and R2 are in series, their resistances add up. So, the total resistance (Rt) in the circuit is: Rt = R1 + R2 = 5Ω + 10Ω = 15Ω Show more…
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