Three resistors are connected in series across a 60 V source. If VR1 = 19 V and VR2 = 14.3 V, then what is the voltage drop across R3?
A)45.7 V
B)19 V
C)14.3 V
D)26.7 V

Name: Three resistors are connected in series across a 60 V source. If VR1 = 19 V and VR2 = 14.3 V, then what is the voltage drop across R3? A)45.7 V B)19 V C)14.3 V D)26.7 V
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The total voltage across the series resistors must equal the source voltage. Therefore, VR3 = 60 V - (VR1 + VR2) = 60 V - (19 V + 14.3 V) = 26.7 V.

Three Resistors Are Connected in Series Across a 60 V