A resistor $R$ is arranged in parallel with an $8.0\,\Omega$ resistor. The combined resistance of the two is $4.0\,\Omega$. What resistance does resistor $R$ have?
- A$0.50\,\Omega$
- B$2.0\,\Omega$
- C$4.0\,\Omega$
- D$8.0\,\Omega$
Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Electric circuits
A resistor $R$ is arranged in parallel with an $8.0\,\Omega$ resistor. The combined resistance of the two is $4.0\,\Omega$. What resistance does resistor $R$ have?