AP Physics 2mediummcq1 pt
Three 6Ω resistors are connected in parallel. The total resistance is:
A.18 Ω
B.9 Ω
C.2 Ω
D.3 Ω
Explanation
Core Concept
For parallel resistors: 1/R_total = 1/6 + 1/6 + 1/6 = 3/6 = 1/2. So R_total = 2 Ω.
Correct Answer
C2 Ω
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