Basics of Electricity

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Using Ohm's Law (E = I/R), in circuit A voltage drop across resistance No. 1 is 5 x 4 = 20V.
In circuit B, voltage drop across resistance No. 1 is 2 x 4 = 8V.
  • For resistance No. 2 it is 4V and for resistance No. 3 it is 8v.
  • Adding the three voltage drops of circuit B together equals 20V, the same as the source battery.
Figure 1.26. Voltage drop examples.

Useful References
BS 4727 Glossary of electrotechnical terms. BS 7671 Requirements for Electrical Installation (IEE Wiring Regulations 16th edition).
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