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Chapter1: Units, Trigonometry. And Vectors
Section: Chapter Questions
Problem 1CQ: Estimate the order of magnitude of the length, in meters, of each of the following; (a) a mouse, (b)...
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Transcribed Image Text:### Problem Statement:
**Given:**
- \( R_1 = 10 \, \Omega \)
- \( R_2 = 15 \, \Omega \)
- \( R_3 = 22 \, \Omega \)
- \( R_4 = 10 \, \Omega \)
**Objective:**
Find (i) the equivalent resistance of the circuit, (ii) the magnitude of power dissipated through resistance \( R_3 \), and (iii) the magnitude of power dissipated through resistance \( R_4 \).
### Diagram Explanation:
The circuit diagram consists of four resistors \( R_1, R_2, R_3, \) and \( R_4 \) connected to a 12V battery.
- \( R_1 \) and \( R_2 \) are connected in parallel.
- \( R_3 \) is connected in series with the parallel combination of \( R_1 \) and \( R_2 \).
- \( R_4 \) is also connected in series with the remaining combination.
### Analyses Required:
1. **Equivalent Resistance Calculation:**
- Calculate the equivalent resistance for \( R_1 \) and \( R_2 \) in parallel.
- Add the equivalent resistance of \( R_1 \) and \( R_2 \) with \( R_3 \) and \( R_4 \) in series.
2. **Power Calculation:**
- Use the formula \( P = I^2 R \) or \( P = \frac{V^2}{R} \) to calculate power dissipation across \( R_3 \) and \( R_4 \), where \( V \) is the voltage across the resistor and \( I \) is the current through the resistor.
This setup allows learners to practice using series and parallel circuit rules to solve for resistance and power in electrical circuits.
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