Two Wires,A and B,and a Variable Resistor,R,are Connected in Series

question 88

Multiple Choice

Two wires,A and B,and a variable resistor,R,are connected in series to a battery.Which one of the following results will occur if the resistance of R is increased?

• A)The current through A and B will increase.
• B)The voltage across A and B will increase.
• C)The voltage across the entire circuit will increase.
• D)The power used by the entire circuit will increase.
• E)The current through the entire circuit will decrease.

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