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What are the advantages of connecting electrical devices in parallel with the battery instead of connected them in series ?

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There is no division of voltage among the appliances when connected in parallel. The potential difference across each appliance is equal to the supplied voltage. The total effective resistance of the crcuit can be reduced by connecting electrical appliances in parallel.
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