Three resistors having resistances of 4.0 ?, 6.0 ?, and 10.0 ? are connected in parallel. If the combination is connected in series with an ideal 12-V battery and a 2.0-? resistor, what is the current through the 10.0-? resistor?

A) 0.59 A
B) 2.7 A
C) 6.4 A
D) 11.2 A
E) 16 A


A

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