MathLiveEquivalent resistance of resistors in series
The total resistance of resistors connected end to end in a single path is the sum of their individual resistances. It is used to simplify series circuits to one equivalent resistor.
R_{\mathrm{eq}}=R_1+R_2+\cdots+R_nWhat the symbols mean
| equivalent (total) resistance, in ohms (\Omega) | |
| individual resistances of the resistors in series, in ohms (\Omega) | |
| number of resistors in the series connection |
About this formula
- FieldPhysics
- TopicElectric circuits
- LevelHigh school
- Also calledseries resistors equivalent resistance, total resistance in series, series resistance formula, resistors in series sum, series circuit total resistance, Req series
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