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Principles of Physics: A Calculus-Based Text

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ISBN:9781133104261

Author:Raymond A. Serway, John W. Jewett

Publisher:Raymond A. Serway, John W. Jewett

Chapter21: Current And Direct Current Circuits

Section: Chapter Questions

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achieved under these circumstances? What can you do
if you need a 35 Q resistor?

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