MDCAT Physics MCQ #583

A circuit has a net resistance of 10 ohms. If 5 ohms is connected in parallel, what is the new net resistance?

MDCAT Physics MCQ #583

  1. Question 1

    Q1. A circuit has a net resistance of 10 ohms. If 5 ohms is connected in parallel, what is the new net resistance?

    • A) 5 ohms
    • B) 7 ohms
    • C) 8 ohms
    • D) 10 ohms

    Answer: 7 ohms

    Explanation: Adding resistance in parallel decreases the equivalent resistance.