In the Circuit Shown in the Figure,four Identical Resistors Labeled

question 23

Multiple Choice

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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