Two 40- $\Omega$ Resistors Are Connected in Parallel, and This Combination Is Connected

Multiple Choice

Two 4.0- $\Omega$ resistors are connected in parallel, and this combination is connected in series with $3.0$ $\Omega$ . What is the equivalent resistance of this system?

A) $5.0 \Omega$
B) $11 \Omega$
C) $7.0 \Omega$
D) $1.2 \Omega$