8. A series loop contains the following circuit elements in order: an 8 V source, 2 kohm resistor, a 3 kohm resistor, a 16 V source and a 7 kohm resistor. What is the voltage across the 2 kohm resistor? O 8 V O 6 V O 14 V O 4 V

8. A series loop contains the following circuit elements in order: an 8 V source, 2 kohm resistor, a 3 kohm resistor, a 16 V source and a 7 kohm resistor. What is the voltage across the 2 kohm resistor? O 8 V O 6 V O 14 V O 4 V

Physics for Scientists and Engineers: Foundations and Connections

1st Edition

ISBN:9781133939146

Author:Katz, Debora M.

Publisher:Katz, Debora M.

Chapter29: Direct Current (dc) Circuits

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 19PQ

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