Voltage Divider

Two resistors split voltage proportionally — key to sensor interfacing

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ResistorVoltageOhm's LawSensors
Live SchematicCurrent flowing
5VR11kΩR22kΩVout = 3.33V
Circuit ON — current flowingStep 1 / 4

Two Resistors in Series

5V connects across R1 and R2 in series. The same current flows through both: 5V ÷ 3kΩ = 1.67mA.

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