Answer:
15 V
Explanation:
From the question,
For series connection: (i) Both resistor have a common current flowing through the (ii) The combined resistance = R1+R2
Rt = R1+R2.................. Equation 1
Given: R1 = 5 ohms, R2 = 7.5 ohms.
Rt = 5+7.5 = 12.5 ohms.
Applying Ohm's law,
V = IRt................... Equation 2
Where V = Voltage, I = current.
make I The subject of the equation
I = V/Rt.............. Equation 3
Given: V = 25 V, Rt = 12.5 ohms.
Substitute into equation 3
I = 25/12.5
I = 2 A.
Now,
Voltage drop across the 7.5 ohms resistor = R2×I
Voltage drop across the 7.5 ohms resistor = 7.5×2
Voltage drop across the 7.5 ohms resistor = 15 V
