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Three resistors (10, 20, 30 Ohms) are in series with a 120V source. What is the voltage drop across the 20 Ohm resistor?

Total Resistance = 10+20+30 = 60 Ohms. Total Current = 120V / 60 Ohms = 2A. Voltage drop at 20 Ohm = I*R = 2A * 20 Ohms = 40V.

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Question: Three resistors (10, 20, 30 Ohms) are in series with a 120V source. What is the voltage drop across the 20 Ohm resistor?

Answer options:

  • 20 V
  • 60 V ✅ 40 V
  • 120 V

Correct answer: 40 V

Explanation: Total Resistance = 10+20+30 = 60 Ohms. Total Current = 120V / 60 Ohms = 2A. Voltage drop at 20 Ohm = I*R = 2A * 20 Ohms = 40V.

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