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Total resistance for series and parallel circuits. Free, private, and runs entirely in your browser.

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How this is calculated

Series resistances add. For parallel, the reciprocals add.

Formula

Series: R = R1 + R2 + R3
Parallel: 1/R = 1/R1 + 1/R2 + 1/R3

Frequently asked questions

Why is parallel lower? Extra paths let more current flow.

Two resistors only? Set the third to a very large value.

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