6. Consider the combination of resistors shown in Figure P18.6. (a) Find the equivalent resistance between point a and b. (b) If a voltage of 35.0 V is applied between points a and b, find the current in each resistor. 12.0 N 4.00 N a 5.00 2 6.00 Q 8.00 N

6. Consider the combination of resistors shown in Figure P18.6. (a) Find the equivalent resistance between point a and b. (b) If a voltage of 35.0 V is applied between points a and b, find the current in each resistor. 12.0 N 4.00 N a 5.00 2 6.00 Q 8.00 N

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6. Consider the combination of resistors shown in Figure
P18.6. (a) Find the equivalent resistance between point
a and b. (b) If a voltage of 35.0 V is applied between
points a and b, find the current in each resistor.
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12.0 N
4.00 N
a
5.00 N
6.00 N
8.00 N
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