FC Current in Series and Parallel Circuits

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This is an example of a _______ circuit

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series

Front

Why is the circuit in the picture a series circuit?

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The same current flows through all three light bulbs.

Front

This circuit has more than one loop. When one light goes out, the others stay on.

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parallel circuit

Front

A series circuit has ____ path(s) that the electric current can take.

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One

Front

What type of circuit is used in your house?

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Parallel Circuits

Front

If the reading of A₁ is 0.3 A, what is the reading of ammeter A₂?

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0.3 A

Front

A parallel Electric circuit was set up as shown in the diagram. The reading of Ammeter A₁ is _________ A.

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0.1 A

Front

A parallel circuit is set up using 3 similar lightbulbs. If the ammeter reading of A₁ is 1.2 A, what is the reading of Ammeter A₂?

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0.4 A

Front

A parallel circuit is set up using 3 similar lightbulbs. If the ammeter reading of A₃ is 0.2 A, what is the reading of Ammeter A₁?

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0.6 A

Front

What is wrong with this circuit diagram?

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The ammeter should be connected in series