2. Three resistors are connected in series to a 120V generator. The first has a resistance of 50 ohms. The second passes a current of 0.5A and the third has a voltage drop across it of 50V. Calculate the sum of the resistance of the second and third resistor.

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2. Three resistors are connected in series to a 120V generator. The first has a
resistance of 50 ohms. The second passes a current of 0.5A and the third has a voltage drop
across it of 50V. Calculate the sum of the resistance of the second and third resistor.
Transcribed Image Text:2. Three resistors are connected in series to a 120V generator. The first has a resistance of 50 ohms. The second passes a current of 0.5A and the third has a voltage drop across it of 50V. Calculate the sum of the resistance of the second and third resistor.
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