Answer 2_6_10

Voltage across both resistors is 6.0 V

Current through R1:

I = V/R = 6.0 V ÷ 2 W = 3.0 A

Current through R2:

I = V/R = 6.0 V ÷ 4 W = 1.5 A

The two currents add up to the total current.

Total current = 3.0 A + 1.5 A = 4.5 A

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