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Three resistors of 2 , 3 and 5 are connected in series across a 20 V source. What is the current?
- 2 A
- 10 A
- 6.67 A
- 0.5 A
Answer
A. 2 A
Solution
R = 2 + 3 + 5 = 10 ; I = 20/10 = 2 A.
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