Tutorials in Introductory Physics
Tutorials in Introductory Physics
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ISBN: 9780130970695
Author: Peter S. Shaffer, Lillian C. McDermott
Publisher: Addison Wesley
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Predict the relative brightness of bulbs B 1 , B 1 , and B 3 in the circuits shown. (A dashed box has been drawn around the network of circuit elements that is in series with each of these bulbs.)

Chapter 6.2, Problem 1cT, Predict the relative brightness of bulbs B1,B1,andB3 in the circuits shown. (A dashed box has been

What does your prediction imply about the relative currents through the batteries? Explain.

Have a tutorial instructor show you these circuits so that you can check your answers.
Resolve any conflicts between your answers and your observations.

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