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Circuit Analysis: Light Intensity Changes with Switch
Chapter 21, Problem 95(choose chapter or problem)
Consider the circuit shown in Figure 21-46, in which three lights, each with a resistance R, are connected in parallel. The circuit also contains an open switch. (a) When the switch is closed, does the intensity of light 3 increase, decrease, or stay the same? Explain. (b) Do the intensities of lights 1 and 2 increase, decrease, or stay the same when the switch is closed? Explain.
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Consider the circuit shown in Figure 21-46, in which three lights, each with a resistance R, are connected in parallel. The circuit also contains an open switch. (a) When the switch is closed, does the intensity of light 3 increase, decrease, or stay the same? Explain. (b) Do the intensities of lights 1 and 2 increase, decrease, or stay the same when the switch is closed? Explain.
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The circuit having three lights with resistances can be shown as,
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Circuit Analysis: Light Intensity Changes with Switch
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