Two resistors of and are connected

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Problem

Two resistors of 4 Ω4\,\Omega and 6 Ω6\,\Omega are connected (a) in series and (b) in parallel across a 220 V220\,\text{V} supply. (i) For each arrangement, calculate the current supplied by the source. (ii) For each resistor in both arrangements, compute the power dissipated. (iii) Compare the total power taken from the supply in the series arrangement with that in the parallel arrangement. Which connection draws more power and by what factor?

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