Asked by Nicholas Felix on Jun 03, 2024
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Parallel circuits are also referred to as _____.
A) current dividers
B) current multipliers
C) voltage dividers
D) voltage multipliers
Parallel Circuits
Circuits that contain more than one path for current flow.
Current Dividers
A circuit that is constructed to produce a specific amount of current flow through a branch.
- Identify parallel circuits as mechanisms for dividing current.
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Gurpal GarryJun 08, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Parallel circuits are known as current dividers because the total current in the circuit divides among the parallel branches according to their resistances.
Learning Objectives
- Identify parallel circuits as mechanisms for dividing current.