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In the circuit shown, the source is 12 V and the resistor is 4, . What does the ammeter read?

  1. 48 A
  2. 0.33 A
  3. 1.5 A
  4. 3 A

Answer

D. 3 A

Solution

I=V/R= 12 V4, =3 A.

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