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College Physics

10th Edition

ISBN:9781285737027

Author:Raymond A. Serway, Chris Vuille

Publisher:Raymond A. Serway, Chris Vuille

Chapter18: Direct-Current Circuits

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 10P: Consider the circuit shown in Figure P18.10. (a) Calculate the equivalent resistance of the 10.0-...

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