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Show how the expression given in Question 57, when applied to two branches with resistances
Prove the expression
Answer to Problem 58A
The expression of equivalent resistance
Explanation of Solution
Given info:
Total current in the circuit is
Current in the first, second, branch of the circuit is
Resistance in first, second, branch of the circuit is,
Voltage of the circuit is,
Formula Used:
Write the expression to calculate the total current of the circuit.
Write the expression to calculate the current through first resistor.
Write the expression to calculate the current through second resistor.
Write the expression to calculate the total current through circuit.
Calculation:
Substitute the values of currents through resistors in the circuit in the expression of total current through circuit.
Conclusion:
The expression of equivalent resistance
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