Three resistors of 25 Q, 30 Q and an unknown resistance R are connected in parallel and the combination is connected to a 16 V source. If the total current delivered by the source is 1.5 A, determine the following: A. The value of R B. The current in each resistor. C. Which resistor dissipates the highest power? Show your solution. Based on your answer, what conclusion can be made?

Three resistors of 25 Q, 30 Q and an unknown resistance R are connected in parallel and the combination is connected to a 16 V source. If the total current delivered by the source is 1.5 A, determine the following: A. The value of R B. The current in each resistor. C. Which resistor dissipates the highest power? Show your solution. Based on your answer, what conclusion can be made?

Inquiry into Physics

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Chapter7: Electricity

Section: Chapter Questions

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