Series and Parallel Circuits Flashcards
1
Q
What is the rule for current in a series circuit?
A
It is the same at any point in the circuit.
2
Q
What is the rule for voltage in a series circuit?
A
It is the voltages of the components in the circuit, that add up to the voltage of the battery.
3
Q
What is the rule for current in a parallel circuit?
A
It is the current in each branch added together to equal the current out of the battery.
4
Q
What is the rule for voltage in a parallel circuit?
A
The voltage in each branch is the same as the voltage of the battery.
5
Q
What is the rule for resistance in a series circuit?
A
Total resistance = add all the resistance values up
6
Q
What is the rule for resistance in a parallel circuit?
A
Total resistance = Is less than the smallest resistor value in the circuit
