A series combination of 10 Ω and unknown resistance, R, is in parallel with 20 Ω. This parallel combination is in series with 10 Ω. Find the value of the unknown resistor R if the total resistance is equal to the unknown R.

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A series combination of 10 Ω and unknown resistance, R, is in parallel with 20 Ω. This parallel combination is in series with 10 Ω. Find the value of the unknown resistor R if the total resistance is equal to the unknown R.

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