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How will the reading in the ammeter `A` of Fig. 6.39 be affected if another identical bulb `Q` is connected in parallel to `P` as shows. The voltage in the mains is maintained at a constant value.

A

The reading will be reduced to one-half.

B

the reading will not be affected.

C

The reading will be double of the previous one.

D

The reading will be increased fourfold.

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Resistance is halved. Current is doubled.
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    A
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    A
    `1//99Omega`
    B
    `99Omega`
    C
    `101Omega`
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    `1//101Omega`
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