Combine three resistors 5Ω,4.5Ω and 3Ω in such a way that the total resistance of this combination is maximum:
13.5Ω
12.5Ω
14.5Ω
16.5Ω
A
14.5Ω
B
13.5Ω
C
16.5Ω
D
12.5Ω
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Given resistance,
R1=5ΩR2=4.5ΩR1=3Ω
In series combination effective resistance will be maximum.
ie, Req=R1+R2+R3
Req=5Ω+4.5Ω+3Ω=12.5Ω
Option A
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