A-LEVEL Physics: 5.3.1: Resistors in Series & Parallel (SaveMyExams) Flashcards
1
Q
When Two or More Resistors are Connected in Series:
A
Rtotal = R1 + R2 + R3 + …
2
Q
When Two or More Resistors are Connected in Parallel:
A
1/Rtotal = 1/R1 + 1/R2 + 1/R3 + …
3
Q
The More Resistors are Added in Parallel, the ___ the Total Resistance.
A
Lower.
4
Q
The More Resistors are Added in Series, the ___ the Total Resistance.
A
Greater.
