AP Physics 1983 Exam: Question #3

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The discussion revolves around a specific question from the AP Physics 1983 exam, focusing on concepts related to electrical circuits, particularly involving parallel resistors and voltage calculations.

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  • Participants discuss the original poster's uncertainty regarding how to approach the question, with some asking for clarification on specific concepts like calculating voltage drop across resistors.

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ok it is question #3 from the Ap Physics 1983 exam. http://www.dtfizzix.com/APEXAMS/Phackets/B-1983-Exam.pdf


im not sure how to answer any of the questions and if you could help me I am sure ill be able to solve the other questions like this. thanks
 
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Is there something particular about this question that is confusing? If you know how to calculate the voltage drop over the two parallel resistors, the rest is easy.
 
how do you calculate voltage drop
 
I want to help, but I can't solve the question for you. Have you tried to solve this?
 

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