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A resistor `R_(1)` dissipates the power `P` when connected to a certain generator. If the resistor `R_(2)` is put in series with `R_(1)`, the power dissipated by `R_(1)`

A

Decreases

B

Increases

C

Remains the same

D

Any of the above depending upon the relative values of `R_(1)` and `R_(2)`

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