Answer:
R1 = 4.8Ω
Explanation:
The loop circuit has an initial voltage of V = IR
I = 2 A , R1 = R
V = 2R1
with the current reduced to 1.5A with an additional 1.6Ω resistor
the total resistance of the circuit is 1.6 + R1
the voltage of the two scenarios has to be equal , since the same voltage flows through the circuit
therefore V = 2R1
from Ohms law V = IR
2R1= 1.5 (1.6 + R1)
2R1 = 2.4 + 1.5R1
collecting like terms
2R1 - 1.5R1 = 2.4
0.5R1 = 2.4
R1 =
R1 = 4.8Ω