Tutorials in Introductory Physics
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Chapter 20.2, Problem 2bTH
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The resistance of box B compared to the resistance of bulb
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A circuit is constructed as shown in the diagram to the right. R1 = 22 Ω, R2 = 54 Ω, R3 = 83 Ω, and R4 = 64 Ω.
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Ch. 20.2 - The circuit at right consists of a bulb in series...Ch. 20.2 - The circuit at right consists of a bulb in series...Ch. 20.2 - The circuit at right consists of a bulb in series...Ch. 20.2 - In the circuit at right, the voltage across bulb 1...Ch. 20.2 - Prob. 2bTHCh. 20.2 - Box A and box B are now interchanged. It is...Ch. 20.2 - Consider the circuit as shown. i. Rank bulbs A, B,...Ch. 20.2 - b. A student cuts the write between bulbs A and C...Ch. 20.2 - Consider the following discussion between two...Ch. 20.2 - Rank bulbs 16 in order or brightness. Explain your...Ch. 20.2 - Rank the voltages across the bulbs. Explain your...Ch. 20.2 - Write an equation that relates the voltage across...Ch. 20.2 - Bulb 1 is removed from its socket. i. Does the...Ch. 20.3 - Describe the behavior of the bulb in the two...Ch. 20.3 - A second identical bulb is flow added to the...Ch. 20.3 - Just after the switch is closed: • what is the...Ch. 20.3 - A long time after the switch is closed: • rank the...Ch. 20.3 - Summarize your results by describing the behavior...
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