Question
1. A 40Ω , 20Ω and 60Ω resistor is connected in a parallel circuit.
Which resistor would have the greatest current passing through it and why?
2. A 24Ω , 8Ω and 60Ω resistor is connected in a series circuit.
Which resistor would have the greatest potential difference across it and why?
Which resistor would have the greatest current passing through it and why?
2. A 24Ω , 8Ω and 60Ω resistor is connected in a series circuit.
Which resistor would have the greatest potential difference across it and why?
Answers
Henry
1. I = V/R
The voltage across each resistor is
equal. Therefore, the lowest resistance
(20)draws the greatest current.
2. V = I * R
In a series circuit, the same current flows through each resistor. Therefore,
the largest resistance(60) will have the
greatest potential difference across it.
The voltage across each resistor is
equal. Therefore, the lowest resistance
(20)draws the greatest current.
2. V = I * R
In a series circuit, the same current flows through each resistor. Therefore,
the largest resistance(60) will have the
greatest potential difference across it.