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Three resistors: R: = 3 , Rz = 62, and R. = 90 are connected in series to each other and to a 36 V battery. What is the ammeter
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Answer: Option C) 4A
Explanation:
Three resistors: R: = 3
Rz = 62
R. = 90
For total resistance for series connection
Rtotal = R + Rz + R.
Rtotal = 3 + 62 + 90 = 155 ohms
Voltage of battery = 36 Volts
Current = ? (Since ammeter measures current and the reading is not provided)
Now apply the formula:
Voltage = Current x Resistance
V = IR
36V = I x 155 ohms
I = 155 ohms/36V
I = 4.3 ampere ( rounded to nearest tenth as 4 ampere)
Thus, the ammeter read 4 ampere after the switch is closed