AP Physics 2mediummcq1 pt
Three resistors in parallel are equivalent to one resistor whose resistance is
A.less than the smallest of the three
B.greater than the largest of the three
C.equal to the average
D.equal to the sum
Explanation
Core Concept
Parallel paths always reduce the equivalent below any branch.
Correct Answer
Aless than the smallest of the three
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