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The resistance values in a resistance box are typically arranged in a specific sequence to allow for a wide range of resistance values to be easily selected. The sequence you mentioned (1, 2, 2, 5, 10, 20, 20, 50) likely follows a logarithmic or geometric progression, allowing for a more precise and evenly spaced selection of resistance values. This arrangement ensures that a wide range of resistance values can be obtained by combining different resistors in series or parallel configurations.

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Oh, dude, resistance in a resistance box is like a mixtape of different resistors, each bringing their own unique vibe to the circuit party. It's like a diverse squad of resistors coming together to block the flow of current in style. So, yeah, those numbers you mentioned are just the cool kids hanging out in the resistance box, doing their thing.

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12y ago

It is the same principle as coins and notes. You can easily make up any [whole] number using a selection of these values.

The most efficient set would be powers of 2 but most people would not want to calculate 77, for example, from powers of 2. It is 64 + 8 + 4 + 1. In terms of the selection you have, it is 50 + 20 + 5 + 2. Same number of resistors but easier to add up (maybe!).

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