3. Two batteries, ɛ = 6 V, 0.25 N, and ɛ2 = 12 V, 0.5 N are connected series-opposing. An external resistance of 5.25 N is connected across their terminals. Determine: The total supply current The terminal voltage of the first battery c. The terminal voltage of the second battery d. The terminal voltage of the 2 batteries in series

3. Two batteries, ɛ = 6 V, 0.25 N, and ɛ2 = 12 V, 0.5 N are connected series-opposing. An external resistance of 5.25 N is connected across their terminals. Determine: The total supply current The terminal voltage of the first battery c. The terminal voltage of the second battery d. The terminal voltage of the 2 batteries in series

College Physics

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Author:Paul Peter Urone, Roger Hinrichs

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Chapter21: Circuits And Dc Instruments

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 51PE: Suppose you measure the terminal voltage of a 3.2G0-V lithium cell having an internal resistance of...

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