Electrical Energy Properties Quick Check

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Use the information in the table about four different electric circuits to answer the question.

Circuit Resistance (ohms) Voltage (V)
1 0.5 20
2 0.5 40
3 0.25 40
4 0.25 60
Which circuit will have the greatest electric current?

(1 point)
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circuit 2
circuit 2

circuit 4
circuit 4

circuit 3
circuit 3

circuit 1
circuit 1
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Answer 1

circuit 4

Explanation: Electric current is calculated using Ohm's Law, which states that current (I) equals voltage (V) divided by resistance (R). Since circuit 4 has the lowest resistance (0.25) and the highest voltage (60), it will have the greatest electric current.