What is the Symbolic Meaning of the Two Vertical Lines in Grid Diagrams?

In summary, the two vertical lines between the one and R prime in the image represent a parallel circuit with a resistance of 1 ohm and R' ohms. This concept has not been covered yet in the material provided.
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http://www.geocities.com/frooha/grid/img6.png

What do the two vertical lines (between the one and the R prime) mean? I am pretty sure we haven't covered it yet. Thanks.

BTW it's from here:

http://www.geocities.com/frooha/grid/node1.html
 
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qspeechc said:
http://www.geocities.com/frooha/grid/img6.png

What do the two vertical lines (between the one and the R prime) mean? I am pretty sure we haven't covered it yet. Thanks.

BTW it's from here:

http://www.geocities.com/frooha/grid/node1.html

A resistance of 1 ohm, in parallel with a resistance of R' ohms...
 
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oh, silly me, thanks.
 

FAQ: What is the Symbolic Meaning of the Two Vertical Lines in Grid Diagrams?

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