A resistor R1 is connected in parallel with a second resistor R2 = 0.5R1. This parallel configuration is then connected in series with R3 = 2R1 and across a cell with voltage V = 9V. What is the potential difference across the parallel resistor pair? Select one: a. 1.29 V b. 1.5 V c. 2.25 V d. 7.5 V

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A resistor R1 is connected in parallel with a second resistor R2 = 0.5R1. This parallel configuration is then connected in series with R3 = 2R1 and across a cell with voltage V = 9V.

What is the potential difference across the parallel resistor pair?

Select one:
a. 1.29 V
b. 1.5 V
c. 2.25 V
d. 7.5 V
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