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If two parallel-connected resistors dissipate 6 watts and 10 watts of power, then what is the total power loss?
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A. 3.75 watts
B. 4 watts
C. 16 watts
D. 60 watts

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16 watts

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In the given circuit, Channel 1 of the stereo amplifier outputs 12 V to the speakers. How much total power is the amplifier delivering to the speakers?
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A. 0 W
B. 18 W
C. 36 W
D. More information is needed to find the total power delivered to the speakers.

4. What procedure should be followed when troubleshooting with an ammeter or voltmeter?
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A. Short the leads and adjust.
B. Check the meter's external power supply.
C. Start with the highest scale and adjust down to a lower scale.
D. Start with the lowest scale and adjust up to a higher scale.

6. In a parallel resistive circuit:
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A. there is more than one current path between two points
B. the voltage applied divides between the branches
C. the total branch power exceeds the source power
D. the total circuit conductance is less than the smallest branch conductance

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