Series Circuits Flashcards
1
Q
Current total is found by?
A
It=I1=I2=I3
2
Q
Voltage total is found by?
A
Et=V1+V2+V3
3
Q
Kirchhoff’s Voltage law is?
A
The algebraic sum of all voltage drops in a closed loop must equal zero.
4
Q
A series circuit has ___ path(s) for current to flow?
A
One
5
Q
What happens to a short in a series circuit?
A
Current increases
Voltage stays the same
Résistance decreases
6
Q
What happens when a series circuit is opened?
A
Current decreases
Voltage stays the same
Resistance increases
7
Q
Resistance total is found by the formula?
A
Rt= R1+R2+R3
