Single Answer MCQ
Q-00040489

In a parallel arrangement of resistors, if one resistor fails, what happens to the total circuit?

1

Fails completely

2

Current increases

3

Current decreases

4

Remains unchanged

Answer and Solution

Answer

B. Current increases

Solution:

In a parallel arrangement, if one resistor fails, the total current increases because the remaining resistors still allow current to flow.

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