College Physics
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ISBN: 9781305952300
Author: Raymond A. Serway, Chris Vuille
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Chapter 18.3, Problem 18.5QQ
In Figure 18.8, the current is measured with the ammeter on the right side of the circuit diagram. When the switch is closed, does the reading on the ammeter (a) increase, (b) decrease, or (c) remain the same?
Figure 18.8 (Quick Quizzes 18.5 and 18.6)
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