Circuit Concepts

What is a series circuit?

• A series circuit is a circuit where the components are connected in parallel

• A series circuit is a circuit where the components do not affect each other's operation

• A series circuit is a circuit where the components are connected in a single path, so the current flows through each component in sequence.

• A series circuit is a circuit where the components are not connected in a single path

What is a parallel circuit?

• A parallel circuit is a type of electrical circuit in which the current flows through multiple paths simultaneously.

• A parallel circuit is a type of circuit that does not have any components connected in parallel.

• A parallel circuit is a type of circuit that has a single path for current flow.

• A parallel circuit is a type of circuit that only allows current to flow in one direction.

State Ohm's Law equation.

• V = R / I

• V = I + R

• V = I ^ R

• V = I * R

Explain the significance of resistance in a circuit.

• Resistance in a circuit has no impact on current flow

• Resistance in a circuit does not affect the overall behavior of the circuit

• Resistance in a circuit is significant for controlling current flow, converting electrical energy into heat, limiting current, voltage division, and determining the overall behavior of the circuit.

• Resistance in a circuit only converts electrical energy into light

Draw the circuit symbol for a resistor.

• The circuit symbol for a resistor is a triangle

• The circuit symbol for a resistor is a zigzag line with two straight lines on either side.

• The circuit symbol for a resistor is a straight line

• The circuit symbol for a resistor is a circle

How does current behave in a series circuit?

• Current flows in opposite directions at different components in a series circuit

• Current decreases at each component in a series circuit

• Current increases at each component in a series circuit

• Current remains constant throughout the circuit in a series circuit.

How does voltage behave in a parallel circuit?

• Voltage fluctuates randomly

• Voltage increases exponentially

• Voltage remains constant

• Voltage decreases linearly

Calculate the total resistance in a series circuit with resistors of 4Ω, 6Ω, and 8Ω.

• 16Ω

• 20Ω

• 10Ω

• 18Ω

Calculate the total current in a parallel circuit with resistors of 2Ω, 3Ω, and 5Ω connected to a 12V battery.

• The total current in the parallel circuit is 10A.

• The total current in the parallel circuit is 8A.

• The total current in the parallel circuit is 3A.

• The total current in the parallel circuit is 6A.

What is the purpose of a switch in an electrical circuit?

• To generate heat in the circuit

• To increase the voltage in the circuit

• To decrease the resistance in the circuit

• To control the flow of electricity by opening or closing the circuit.