Three 4ω resistance are connected in parallel what is the equivalent resistance?

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Answer

43Ω\frac{4}{3}\Omega

Step-by-step solution

5 steps
  1. Identify the formula for resistors in parallel.

    The formula for the equivalent resistance (ReqR_{eq}) of resistors connected in parallel is:

    1Req=1R1+1R2+1R3+...\frac{1}{R_{eq}} = \frac{1}{R_1} + \frac{1}{R_2} + \frac{1}{R_3} + ...
  2. Substitute the given values into the formula.

    We have three resistors, each with a resistance of 4Ω. So, R1=4ΩR_1 = 4\Omega, R2=4ΩR_2 = 4\Omega, and R3=4ΩR_3 = 4\Omega.

    1Req=14Ω+14Ω+14Ω\frac{1}{R_{eq}} = \frac{1}{4\Omega} + \frac{1}{4\Omega} + \frac{1}{4\Omega}
  3. Calculate the sum of the fractions.

    Since the denominators are the same, we can add the numerators directly.

    1Req=1+1+14Ω=34Ω\frac{1}{R_{eq}} = \frac{1+1+1}{4\Omega} = \frac{3}{4\Omega}
  4. Solve for ReqR_{eq}.

    To find ReqR_{eq}, we take the reciprocal of both sides of the equation.

    Req=4Ω3R_{eq} = \frac{4\Omega}{3}
  5. Express the answer as a decimal or fraction.

    Req≈1.33ΩR_{eq} \approx 1.33\Omega

    The equivalent resistance is 43Ω\frac{4}{3}\Omega.

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