Resistors in Combination: in the Circuit Shown in the Figure

question 45

Multiple Choice

Resistors in combination: In the circuit shown in the figure, four identical resistors labeled A to D are connected to a battery as shown. S₁ and S₂ are switches. Which of the following actions would result in the GREATEST amount of current through resistor A?

• A) closing both switches
• B) closing S₁ only
• C) closing S₂ only
• D) leaving both switches open as shown.

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