A 4-Ω resistor, an 8-Ω resistor, and a 24-Ω resistor are connected together. What is the maximum resistance that can be produced using all three resistors?
A)288 Ω
B)12 Ω
C)96 Ω
D)36 Ω
E)192 Ω

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The maximum resistance is achieved when resistors are connected in series. The total resistance is the sum of individual resistances: 4 Ω + 8 Ω + 24 Ω = 36 Ω.

A 4-Ω Resistor, an 8-Ω Resistor, and a 24-Ω Resistor