How to calculate the resistance in a combined circuit

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Homework Statement


Work out the total resistance of a combined circuit.
https://gyazo.com/935b96ff63689e2bff852f29ea48bf90 - picture of circuit layout
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Homework Equations


Rt=R1+R2+Rn...
R=V/I
1/RT=1/R1+1/R2+1/Rn...

The Attempt at a Solution


RT=R1+R2 =100+150=250Ω for the resistors in series.
1/RT=1/R1+1/R2 = 1/RT=1/250Ω+1/200=9x10-3 RT=1/9x10-3=111.1Ω
I added the resistors in series to make it a parallel circuit.
 
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gneill said:
Your calculations look fine.
Thanks