A variable resistor is connected in series with resistor 1 and resistor 2. What will be the result if the resistance of a variable resistor is increased? * The voltage across resistor 1 and resistor 2 will increase O The current through resistor 1 and resistor 2 will increase. O The current through the entire circuit will drop. O The voltage across the entire circuit will increase.

A variable resistor is connected in series with resistor 1 and resistor 2. What will be the result if the resistance of a variable resistor is increased? * The voltage across resistor 1 and resistor 2 will increase O The current through resistor 1 and resistor 2 will increase. O The current through the entire circuit will drop. O The voltage across the entire circuit will increase.

Physics for Scientists and Engineers with Modern Physics

10th Edition

ISBN:9781337553292

Author:Raymond A. Serway, John W. Jewett

Publisher:Raymond A. Serway, John W. Jewett

Chapter27: Direct-current Circuits

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 15P: Four resistors are connected to a battery as shown in Figure P27.15. (a) Determine the potential...

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