1
The net resistance of the circuit between A and B is [figure]
- 83
- 143
- 163
- 223
Answer
(2) 143
Solution
The network is a Wheatstone bridge with arms 3 , 4 (upper) and 6 , 8 (lower), and 7 in the middle.
36 = 48 = 12, the bridge is balanced, so no current flows through the 7 resistor; it can be removed.
Upper branch: 3 + 4 = 7 ; lower branch: 6 + 8 = 14
RAB = 7 147 + 14
= 9821 = 143
Answer: (2)
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