Instruction: Convert the following descriptions to schematic circuit diagrams. 1. Draw a circuit diagram containing two batteries, one light, and one switch, all connected in series. 2. Draw a circuit diagram showing one battery and two lamps, all connected in series. 3. Draw a circuit diagram containing one battery and two lamps connected in parallel.

Instruction: Convert the following descriptions to schematic circuit diagrams. 1. Draw a circuit diagram containing two batteries, one light, and one switch, all connected in series. 2. Draw a circuit diagram showing one battery and two lamps, all connected in series. 3. Draw a circuit diagram containing one battery and two lamps connected in parallel.

College Physics

11th Edition

ISBN:9781305952300

Author:Raymond A. Serway, Chris Vuille

Publisher:Raymond A. Serway, Chris Vuille

Chapter1: Units, Trigonometry. And Vectors

Section: Chapter Questions

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