Series and parallel circuit question

In summary, the homework questions for the series and parallel circuits involve determining which resistor would have the greatest current or potential difference across it. In a series circuit, the resistor with the lowest resistance will have the greatest current passing through it, while in a parallel circuit, the resistor with the highest resistance will have the greatest potential difference across it. The relationship between potential difference and resistance can be explained through Ohm's Law.
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SERIES CIRCUIT QUESTION

Given:

R1 = 24 Ω
R2 = 8 Ω
R3 = 60 Ω

Homework Question:

a) Which resistor would have the greatest current passing through it? Explain.
b) Which resistor would have the greatest potential difference across it? Explain.


PARALLEL CIRCUIT QUESTION

given:

R1 = 40 Ω
R2 = 20 Ω
R3 = 60 Ω

Homework Question:

a) Which resistor would have the greatest potential difference across it? Explain.
b) Which resistor would have the greatest current passing through it? Explain.


My Question (s):

Current is the rate at which charge is carried around the circuit and resistance slows down the flow of electricity. If the value of R is a smaller value then any of the other present values of R, does that mean, that resistor provides less resistance? If the value of R is a greater value compared to other R vale present does that mean, that resistor provides a greater resistance?

How is potential difference related to resistance?
 
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NeomiXD said:
How is potential difference related to resistance?

Look up Ohm's Law. It should address all your questions.
 

1. What is the difference between series and parallel circuits?

Series circuits have all components connected in a single loop, while parallel circuits have multiple branches with components connected in separate paths.

2. Which type of circuit is used more commonly in household wiring?

Parallel circuits are more commonly used in household wiring because they allow for independent operation of each component and can handle higher power loads.

3. How does the voltage and current change in a series circuit?

In a series circuit, the voltage is divided among the components and the current remains the same throughout the circuit.

4. What happens to the total resistance in a parallel circuit?

The total resistance decreases in a parallel circuit as the individual resistances are divided among different branches, resulting in a lower overall resistance.

5. Can series and parallel circuits be combined?

Yes, it is possible to have a combination of series and parallel components in a single circuit, known as a series-parallel circuit. This allows for a balance between the advantages of each type of circuit.

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