Three resistors,with values of 2,7 and 8 Ω,respectively,are connected in series.What is the overall resistance of this combination?
A) 1.3 Ω
B) 5.7 Ω
C) 7 Ω
D) 17 Ω
E) 0.8 Ω

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Three resistors,with values of 2,7 and 8 Ω,respectively,are connected in series.What is the overall resistance of this combination?
A) 1.3 Ω
B) 5.7 Ω
C) 7 Ω
D) 17 Ω
E) ​0.8 Ω

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

When resistors are connected in series, the total resistance is the sum of the individual resistances: 2 Ω + 7 Ω + 8 Ω = 17 Ω.

Three Resistors,with Values of 2,7 and 8 Ω,Respectively,are Connected in Series.What