Series/Parallel Circuits: A 4.0-? resistor is connected with a 12-? resistor and this combination is connected across an ideal dc power supply with V = 6.0 V, as shown in the figure. When a total current I flows from the power supply, what is the current through the 12-? resistor?

A. 1.5 A
B. 2.0 A
C. 2.5 A
D. 3.0 A
E. 0.50 A


Answer: E

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