In the circuit shown in figure, some potential difference is applied between A and B. The equivalent resistance between A and B is R

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No current flows through the $5 Ω$ resistor

$R = 12.5 Ω$

$R = \frac{18}{5} Ω$

$R = 15 Ω$

answer is A, D.

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Rearrangement of the circuit as shown in figure gives a balanced Wheatstone bridge, and no current flows through the $5 Ω$ resistor. It can thus be removed from the circuit.

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