Resistance series and parallel

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The discussion focuses on the analysis of a circuit involving resistors R1, R2, R3, R5, R8, R9, R10, R4, and R7. Resistors R1, R2, and R3 are confirmed to be in parallel, as well as the combination of (R5 + R8), R9, and (R10 + R4). Resistor R7 is identified as being in series with a voltage source, indicating it does not connect in parallel with any other resistors. The key takeaway is the distinction between series and parallel configurations, which is crucial for circuit analysis.

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Homework Statement



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Homework Equations



series - Ra+Rb

parallel - 1/[(1/Ra)+(1/Rb)]

The Attempt at a Solution



Im positive that R1,R2 y R3 are parallel, but also (R5+R8), R9 and (R10+R4) right? is R7 parallel to anything? which ones would be series? so confusing... thankies :]
 
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bathtubbuddy said:
Im positive that R1,R2 y R3 are parallel,
Yes
but also (R5+R8), R9 and (R10+R4) right?
These 3 branches are parallel branches.
is R7 parallel to anything?
R7 is not. It is in series with a voltage source.
which ones would be series? so confusing..
Two branches are in series if [all of] the current that flows through one also then flows through the other.
 

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