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DC circuitsQuestion 1357 of 1506

Two resistors of 6 Ω and 60 Ω are connected in parallel. What is the total resistance?

  1. 10.9 Ω
  2. 5.45 Ω
  3. 0.183 Ω
  4. 66.0 Ω
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Correct answer: 5.45 Ω

1/R = 1/6 + 1/60 = 0.183 S, so R = 5.45 Ω.

Source: Computed, 5.3: Simple Parallel Circuits

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026