Three equal resistance each of R ohm are connected as shown in figure. A battery of 2 volts of internal resistance 0.1 ohm is connected across the circuit. Calculate the value of R for which the heat generated in the exeternal circuit is maximum.
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As three resistors of R ohm each are connected in parallel, their equivalent resistance, 
is given by
Heat generated in the circuit is maximum when External resistance 
Internal resistance
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