which of the following statements is correct regarding the circuit below? A) it is a series circuit, on if ine bulb breaks, all of the lights go out B) it is a series circuit, and if one bulb breaks, the remaining lights sta on C) it is a parallel circuit, and if one bulb breaks, all of the lights go out. D) it is a parallel circuit, and if one bulb breaks, the ramining lights stay on

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To determine which statement is correct regarding the circuit, we need to understand the characteristics of series and parallel circuits:

  • Series Circuit: In a series circuit, all components are connected one after another in a single path. If one component (like a bulb) fails (breaks), the entire circuit is interrupted, and all lights go out.

  • Parallel Circuit: In a parallel circuit, components are connected across common points, providing multiple paths for current to flow. If one component fails, the other components can still operate, so the remaining lights stay on.

Based on these definitions, the correct statement regarding the circuit would be:

D) it is a parallel circuit, and if one bulb breaks, the remaining lights stay on.