Given a Series Circuit Containing Resistors of Different Values, Which

question 21

Multiple Choice

Given a series circuit containing resistors of different values, which statement is not true?

• A) The total resistance is the sum of the value of the resistors.
• B) The current through each resistor is the same.
• C) The voltage drop across each resistor is the same.
• D) The sum of the voltage drops across each resistive element will be equal to the voltage source.

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