Series vs. Parallel Circuits

What type of circuit allows components to be connected end-to-end?

• Series circuit

• Parallel circuit

• Hybrid circuit

• Integrated circuit

Which component is always connected in parallel to measure voltage in a circuit?

• Transistor

• Voltmeter

• Resistor

• Ammeter

In which device is used to measure the electrical current in a circuit?

• Capacitor

• Resistor

• Ammeter

• Voltmeter

If two resistors in series each have a resistance of 3 ohms, what is their total resistance?

• 1.5 ohms

• 9 ohms

• 3 ohms

• 6 ohms

What is the total resistance when two resistors of 10 ohms and 5 ohms are connected in parallel?

• 3.33 ohms

• 7.5 ohms

• 5 ohms

• 15 ohms