Find Resistance R_AB: Learn How to Solve the Question

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around determining the equivalent resistance between points A and B in a circuit involving resistors of 250 ohms, 470 ohms, and 940 ohms. Participants are exploring the configuration of these resistors and how they relate to each other in terms of parallel and series connections.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Technical explanation, Homework-related

Main Points Raised

  • One participant suggests calculating the equivalent resistance of 250 ohms and 470 ohms in parallel with 940 ohms.
  • Another participant prompts for clarification on the resistance encountered when following the path from A to B.
  • A different participant proposes that the question may involve finding the resistance between A and B and considers how current would flow if a battery were connected across these points.
  • One participant inquires about the resistance of a specific path from B through the 250 ohm and 470 ohm resistors back to B.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants have not reached a consensus on the correct approach to solving the problem, and multiple interpretations of the question exist.

Contextual Notes

There are assumptions regarding the configuration of the resistors (series vs. parallel) that are not explicitly stated, and the discussion does not clarify the exact arrangement of the components in the circuit.

Who May Find This Useful

Students or individuals seeking to understand circuit analysis, particularly in the context of calculating equivalent resistance in various configurations.

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I can't seem to get the right answer for this question I am thinking (250+470) in parallel with 940. Can someone please explain me this question?
 

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if you follow the path from A to B, what resistance do you encounter?
 
It looks like the question might be to find the resistance between A nd B. If you were to attach a battery across A and B, how would the current flow?
 
What's the resistance of this path B--->250--->470--->B
 

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