The Circuit Below Contains 5 Identical Light Bulbs

question 17

Multiple Choice

The circuit below contains 5 identical light bulbs. The emf is 110 V. Which light bulb(s) is(are) brightest?

• A) A: The one closest to the positive terminal of the battery.
• B) A and C: The bulbs closest to the positive terminal of the battery.
• C) A and B: Because they are closest to the terminals of the battery.
• D) C and D: Because they receive current from A and B and from E.
• E) E: Because the potential difference across E is that of the battery.