Equivalent Resistance Homework: Find Solution

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The discussion focuses on calculating the equivalent resistance between two terminals in a circuit. The participants identify that resistors R1 and R3 are in parallel, as well as R2 and R4. To find the equivalent resistance, one must first calculate the resistance of these parallel associations and then combine them appropriately. This method is essential for solving equivalent resistance problems in electrical circuits.

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Homework Statement


Find the equivalent resistance between the two terminals :-


Homework Equations



Totally confused.

The Attempt at a Solution



Totally confused here as well...
 

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Altairs said:

Homework Statement


Find the equivalent resistance between the two terminals :-


Homework Equations



Totally confused.

The Attempt at a Solution



Totally confused here as well...
R1 and R3 are in parallel. The same for R2 and R4.
Start calculating those associations and proceed backwards.
 

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