Single Answer MCQ
Q-00040454

When resistors are connected in series, how is total resistance calculated?

1

The sum of individual resistances

2

The product of individual resistances

3

The average of the resistances

4

There is no change

Answer and Solution

Answer

A. The sum of individual resistances

Solution:

In a series connection, total resistance is the sum of individual resistances, because the current has to pass through each resistor sequentially.

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