How Do You Verify Calculations in a Parallel Circuit Problem?

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Start date Sep 22, 2009
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To verify calculations in a parallel circuit problem, first ensure the total voltage (Vt) is correctly identified, which is 50V in this case. The total resistance (Rt) should be calculated using the formula for parallel resistors, resulting in 117.27Ω. The total current (It) is determined to be 0.42A, which can be checked against Ohm's law. Power (Pt) is calculated as 42V, but clarity on its derivation is needed. Confirming these values through established circuit equations and resources can help validate the results.

Sep 22, 2009

Tedh

Homework Statement

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Homework Equations

The Attempt at a Solution

I have already discovered

Vt=50v
Rt=117.27Ω
It=0.42A
Pt-42v

I'm not completely sure if its correct but, that's as far as i can get. The rest of it just confuses me.

Last edited: Sep 22, 2009

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