Resistors of values R₁ and R₂ connected in series give equivalent resistance:
AR₁ R₂ / (R₁ + R₂)
BR₁ + R₂
C(R₁ + R₂)/2
D|R₁ − R₂|
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. R₁ + R₂
Series: resistances add.
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