A 14-A current flows into a series combination of a 3.0-Ω and a 4.0-Ω resistor. What is the voltage drop across the 3.0-Ω resistor?
A)42 V
B)56 V
C)98 V
D)38 V
E)24 V

Name: A 14-A current flows into a series combination of a 3.0-Ω and a 4.0-Ω resistor. What is the voltage drop across the 3.0-Ω resistor? A)42 V B)56 V C)98 V D)38 V E)24 V
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The voltage drop across a resistor in a series circuit is given by Ohm's Law, V = IR. For the 3.0-Ω resistor, V = 14 A * 3.0 Ω = 42 V.

A 14-A Current Flows into a Series Combination of a 3.0-Ω