In this case, we have two resistors of 10 ohm and 30 ohm in series. The equivalent resistance of resistors in series is given by the sum of the resistances. Hence, the equivalent resistance $R_s$ is given by:
\[R_s = R_1 + R_2 = 10 \, \text{ohm} + 30 \, \text{ohm}
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