JAMB Physics 1980 Question 8

Question 8

Current Electricity

What is the total resistance in the above diagram?

Diagram for this question
  1. A.5 ohms
  2. B.15 ohms
  3. C.25 ohms
  4. D.35 ohms
  5. E.45 ohms.
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Answer: C (25 ohms)

Explanation

The two 10 Ω resistors in parallel give 5 Ω. Adding the two 10 Ω resistors in series: 10 + 5 + 10 = 25 Ω.