Resistors of Values 8 $\Omega$ , 120 $\Omega$ , and 240 $\Omega$ Are Connected in Parallel Across a Fresh Battery

question 77

Multiple Choice

Resistors of values 8.0 $\Omega$ , 12.0 $\Omega$ , and 24.0 $\Omega$ are connected in parallel across a fresh battery. Which resistor dissipates the least power?

• A) the 24.0-\(\Omega\) resistor
• B) All dissipate the same power when in parallel.
• C) the 12.0-\(\Omega\) resistor
• D) the 8.0-\(\Omega\) resistor

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