Find the equivalent resistance between terminals 'a' and 'b' in the given figure.
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  1. 11.2 Ω 
  2. 18.2 Ω 
  3. 15 Ω 
  4. 13.2 Ω 

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Option 1 : 11.2 Ω 
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Resistance 2 Ω  || 3 Ω 

So, \(\frac{3\times2}{3+2} = \frac{6}{5} = 1.2 ~\Omega\)

10 Ω in series with the resultant resistor, 10 + 1.2 = 11.2 Ω 

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