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The effective resistance of three resistors connected in series is lesser than the lowest of the individual resistances.

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Correct Statement : The equivalent resistance in a series combination is greater than the highest of the individual resistances.
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  • When three resistors are connected in series then the value of the effective resistance is

    A
    less than the individual resistance
    B
    greater than the individual resistance
    C
    greater than or equal ot individual resistance
    D
    less than or equal in individual resistance
  • When three resistors are connected in parallel then the value of the effective resistance is __________

    A
    less than or equal to individual resistance
    B
    greater than or equal to invidiual resistance
    C
    less than the individual resistance
    D
    greter than the individual resistance
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