Four Unequal Resistors Are Connected in a Parallel Circuit

question 18

Multiple Choice

Four unequal resistors are connected in a parallel circuit. Which one of the following statements is correct about this circuit?

• A) The total resistance is less than the smallest resistor.
• B) The total resistance is equal to the average of the resistance of all the resistors.
• C) The total resistance is equal to average of the four resistors.
• D) The total resistance is more than the largest resistor.
• E) None of the other answers is correct.

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