Two resistors are in series across a 12 V source. If each resistor equals 470 kΩ, what is the voltage across each resistor?
A)6 V
B)12 V
C)3 V
D)9 V

Name: Two resistors are in series across a 12 V source. If each resistor equals 470 kΩ, what is the voltage across each resistor? A)6 V B)12 V C)3 V D)9 V
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In a series circuit, the voltage is divided equally across resistors of equal value. Since both resistors are 470 kΩ and the total voltage is 12 V, each resistor will have 6 V across it.

Two Resistors Are in Series Across a 12 V Source