Series And Parallel Circuits

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Is this an example of a Series or Parallel circuit?
- Series Circuit
- Parallel circuit
- Combination circuit
- Neither Parallel nor Series

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This quiz focuses on Series and Parallel circuits, assessing the ability to identify circuit types and compute total resistance. It's designed for learners to enhance their understanding of basic circuit analysis, crucial for studies in electrical engineering and physics.

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In the circuit shown the Total Resistance is calculated as:
- 0.016 Ohms
- 1300 Ohms
- 625 Ohms
- 100 Ohms
Correct Answer

A. 625 Ohms

Explanation

The total resistance in a circuit is calculated by adding up the resistances in parallel.
1/R = 1/10 + 1/2 + 1/1 = 16/10
R = 10/16 = 0.625 kilo ohms = 625 ohms

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3.

Is this a Series, Parallel or Combination circuit?
- Series
- Parallel
- Combination
- Cannot be Determined
Correct Answer

A. Series

Explanation

The given answer is "Series" because in a series circuit, the components are connected one after another, creating a single path for the current to flow. In this type of circuit, the current remains the same throughout, while the voltage is divided among the components.

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4.

In the circuit shown what is the total resistance?
- 0.0909 Ohms
- 11 Ohms
- 3 Ohms
- 1.36 Ohms
Correct Answer

A. 11 Ohms
5.

In the circuit shown the total resistance (to the nearest Ohm) is:
- 900 Ohms
- 186.72 Ohms
- 199 Ohms
- 194.55 Ohms
Correct Answer

A. 199 Ohms

Explanation

To find the total resistance, we need to analyze the series and parallel combinations of resistors in the circuit:
Identify Series Resistances:
R1 and R2 are in series: R1 + R2 = 100 Ω + 250 Ω = 350 Ω
R3 and R4 are in series: R3 + R4 = 350 Ω + 200 Ω = 550 Ω
Identify Parallel Resistances:
The combined resistance of (R1 and R2) is in parallel with the combined resistance of (R3 and R4).
Calculate Parallel Resistance:
Let Rp be the total resistance of the parallel combination.
1/Rp = 1/350 Ω + 1/550 Ω
1/Rp = 0.00514
Rp = 194.55 Ω

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Series And Parallel Circuits

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In the circuit shown the Total Resistance is calculated as:

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In the circuit shown the total resistance (to the nearest Ohm) is: