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A 12Ω resistor and a 15Ω are connected in series across a 9.0 Vpotential difference. What is the current in the circuit? A. 1.56A B. 1.3

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Chapter28: Direct-current Circuits

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Problem 28.30P: In the circuit of Figure P28.30, determine (a) the current in each resistor and (b) the potential...

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A 12Ω resistor and a 15Ω are connected in series across a 9.0 Vpotential difference. What is the current in the circuit?

A. 1.56A

B. 1.34 A

C. 0.99 A

D. 0.33 A

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