University Physics (14th Edition)
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Chapter 26, Problem 26.54P
In Fig. P26.54, the battery has negligible internal resistance and ε = 48.0 V. R1 = R2 = 4.00 Ω and R4 = 3.00 Ω. What must the resistance R3 be for the resistor network to dissipate electrical energy at a rate of 295 W?
Figure P26.54
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