Physics for Scientists and Engineers, Volume 1, Chapters 1-22
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Chapter 28, Problem 28.14P
(a) When the switch S in the circuit of Figure P28.14 is closed, will the equivalent resistance between points a and b increase or decrease? State your reasoning. (b) Assume the equivalent resistance drops by 50.0% when the switch is closed. Determine the value of R.
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Physics for Scientists and Engineers, Volume 1, Chapters 1-22
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