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Two resistors 3 Ω and 6 Ω in parallel. Equivalent resistance:

A9 Ω
B1.5 Ω
C2 Ω (R_eq = R₁R₂/(R₁+R₂) = 18/9 = 2)
D4.5 Ω
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. 2 Ω (R_eq = R₁R₂/(R₁+R₂) = 18/9 = 2)
Parallel: 1/R_eq = 1/3 + 1/6 = 3/6 = 1/2. R_eq = 2 Ω.
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