For the series-parallel network shown in the following figure, find: (a) the supply current, (b) the current flowing through each resistor, (c) the potential difference across each resistor, (d) the total power dissipated in the circuit, (e) the cost of energy if the circuit is connected for 80 hours. Assume electrical energy costs 14p per unit.

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For the series-parallel network shown in the following figure, find:
(a) the supply current,
(b) the current flowing through each resistor,
(c) the potential difference across each resistor,
(d) the total power dissipated in the circuit,
(e) the cost of energy if the circuit is connected for 80 hours. Assume electrical energy costs 14p per
unit.
R2 = 60
R= 2.5 2
R- 40
R3 =2 0
200 V-
Transcribed Image Text:Question For the series-parallel network shown in the following figure, find: (a) the supply current, (b) the current flowing through each resistor, (c) the potential difference across each resistor, (d) the total power dissipated in the circuit, (e) the cost of energy if the circuit is connected for 80 hours. Assume electrical energy costs 14p per unit. R2 = 60 R= 2.5 2 R- 40 R3 =2 0 200 V-
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