Please explain how can this be parrallel?

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The discussion clarifies how resistors can be considered in parallel even if they appear to be in series due to their orientation in a circuit diagram. The key point is that resistors are in parallel if they connect to the same two nodes, regardless of their physical arrangement. A formula for calculating equivalent resistance in parallel circuits is provided, emphasizing the need to recognize potential confusion in circuit drawings. The participants agree that redrawing the circuit can help visualize the parallel configuration without altering its functionality. Understanding these principles is crucial for accurately interpreting circuit designs.
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In this circuit, please tell me how they got the 4 ohms and the 12 ohms in parrallel when they look like they are in series


Please help me i am so desperate for an answer!
 

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What definition of "parallel" are you using?
 
As in resistors are in parrallel and they use the formula 1/Req= 1/R1+...Lewando trust me its very confusing
 
I know that circuits can be drawn to confuse intentionally-- the trick is to spot when this is happening. When resistors are "in parallel" they don't need to be drawn both vertically or horizontally-- as in your case they are drawn perpendicularly. But you should realize that you can redraw the circuit so they are literally parallel without changing any functional aspect of the circuit.

How about this unofficial definition: if there are 2 nodes, A and B with one resistor between them, then you place yet another resistor between them, those two resistors are "in parallel".

Your example shows exactly that.
 
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