Technician 2022-2026T5D03
What formula is used to calculate resistance in a circuit?
B
Answer
Electrical principles and math
Type
A
R = E x I
B
R = E / I
C
R = E + I
D
R = E - I
Answer Notes
According to Ohm's Law, you can find the resistance (R) of a circuit by dividing the voltage (E) by the current (I). This comes from algebraically rearranging the primary formula E = I x R.
If you use the Ohm's Law magic triangle (E on top, I and R on the bottom), you can cover up the R to see E positioned over I. This visually represents E divided by I.
Options suggesting multiplication or addition are incorrect mathematical manipulations. Resistance is mathematically defined as the ratio of voltage to current.
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