Resistances of three resistors are given as R1 = 10 Ω, R2 =20 Ω and R3 =30 Ω. Calculate theeffective resistance when they are connected in series. Also calculate the current flowing whenthe combination is connected to a 6V battery.

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Solution

Effective resistance = R₁+R₂+R₃
= 10+20+30
= 60 ohm
I = V / R
= 6/60
= 0.1 A

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Resistances of three resistors are given as R1 = 10 Ω, R2 =20 Ω and R3 =30 Ω. Calculate theeffective resistance when they are connected in series. Also calculate the current flowing whenthe combination is connected to a 6V battery.

Effective resistance = R1+R2+R3 = 10+20+30 = 60 ohm I = V / R = 6/60 = 0.1 A

Effective resistance = R₁+R₂+R₃
= 10+20+30
= 60 ohm
I = V / R
= 6/60
= 0.1 A