In a parallel circuit with two resistors of 6 ohms and 3 ohms, what is the equiv

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In a parallel circuit with two resistors of 6 ohms and 3 ohms, what is the equivalent resistance?
  1. 2 ohms
  2. 4 ohms
  3. 1.5 ohms
  4. 9 ohms

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In a parallel circuit with two resistors of 6 ohms and 3 ohms, what is the equivalent resistance?
Correct Answer: 2 ohms
  • Step 1: Identify the resistors in the parallel circuit. We have R1 = 6 ohms and R2 = 3 ohms.
  • Step 2: Write down the formula for equivalent resistance in a parallel circuit: 1/R_eq = 1/R1 + 1/R2.
  • Step 3: Substitute the values of R1 and R2 into the formula: 1/R_eq = 1/6 + 1/3.
  • Step 4: Convert 1/3 to have a common denominator with 1/6. 1/3 = 2/6.
  • Step 5: Now add the fractions: 1/R_eq = 1/6 + 2/6 = 3/6.
  • Step 6: To find R_eq, take the reciprocal of 3/6. R_eq = 6/3.
  • Step 7: Simplify 6/3 to get the final answer: R_eq = 2 ohms.
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