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An $18.0 \Omega$ resistor and a $6.0 \Omega$ resistor are connected in series to an $18.0 \mathrm{V}$ battery. Find the current in and the potential difference across each resistor.
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Since the resistors are connected in series, we simply add their resistances together. This gives us: \[ R_{total} = R_1 + R_2 = 18.0 \, \Omega + 6.0 \, \Omega = 24.0 \, \Omega \] Show more…
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