Physics for Scientists and Engineers with Modern Physics
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Chapter 26, Problem 70GP
(a)
To determine
The current passes through the body.
(b)
To determine
The current passes through the person if there is an alternative path.
(c)
To determine
The current passes through the body if the voltage source can produce a current of
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