If a $k \Omega$ resistor, a 3.3 $k \Omega$ resistor and a 5.43 $k \Omega$ resistor are connected in parallel across a 50V source, what is the current through the 5.43$k \Omega$ resistor?
A) 4.72 mA
B) 15.15 mA
C) 9.21 mA
D) 10.64 mA

Question

If a  $k \Omega$ resistor, a  3.3  $k \Omega$ resistor and a  5.43  $k \Omega$ resistor are connected in parallel across a  50V  source, what is the current through the  5.43$k \Omega$ resistor?
A)  4.72 mA
B)  15.15 mA
C)  9.21 mA
D)  10.64 mA

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The current through a resistor in a parallel circuit is given by Ohm's law, $I = \frac{V}{R}$. For the 5.43 $k \Omega$ resistor, $I = \frac{50V}{5.43 k\Omega} = \frac{50V}{5430 \Omega} = 9.21 mA$.

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