A-LevelPhysicsD.C. circuitsMay/June 2024Paper 1 Q351 Mark
Two resistors of resistances r and R are connected in parallel. The value of r is less than that of R. [Figure 35.1] Which statement about the combined resistance of the two resistors is correct?
AIt is between r and R.
BIt is equal to (r + R).
CIt is greater than (r + R).
DIt is less than r.
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