Lab Practical Circuit. Find Unknown Resistance.

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Homework Statement


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So I have to wire the circuit and find R2 by only making another voltage measurement. We know that R3 is equal to 1000 ohms.

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So I was thinking that you can find the voltage of R3 and the find the current going through R3. When you have those measurements, you can find the R2 because you know the potential difference by (6-Voltage of R3). Then you use the current found previously, and the ohms law. Is this correct? Thank you
 
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gneill said:
Pradeepk, it would appear that your attachment isn't actually attached.

My apologies..it should work now
 
pradeepk said:
My apologies..it should work now

Yes, it's fine now.

Your method for finding R2 is okay.