What is the unit of electrical resistance?

The ohm.

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  1. The ohm ✔
  2. The watt
  3. The ampere

Why: Resistance is measured in ohms, named after Georg Ohm.

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Answer: The ohm. Resistance is measured in ohms, named after Georg Ohm.

  1. Scouting America: Electricity www.scouting.org/merit-badges/electricity
    Units of measure: ampere (amps), ohms, volts, watts, and watt-hours
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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