If two resistors R 1 and R 2 (R 2 > R 1 ) are connected in

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If two resistors R1and R2(R2> R1) are connected in parallel as shown in Fig. Q26.6, which of the following must be true? In each case justify your answer.

(a) I1 = I2.

(b) I3 = I4.

(c) The current is greater in R1 than in R2.

(d) The rate of electrical energy consumption is the same for both resistors.

(e) The rate of electrical energy consumption is greater in R2 than in R1.

(f) Vcd = Vef = Vab.

(g) Point c is at higher potential than point d.

(h) Point f is at higher potential than point e.

(i) Point c is at higher potential than point e.


Figure Q26.6

R1 P. R2

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University Physics with Modern Physics

ISBN: 978-0133977981

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Authors: Hugh D. Young, Roger A. Freedman

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