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Combination of Resistors

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In the following circuit, the wire parallel to resistor R does not have any resistance. Then, all the current will pass through the resistor R.

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True

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Solution

The correct option is B False
If an ideal conductor (i.e. a conductor with zero resistance) is connected to a circuit, all the current will flow through the conductor. This phenomenon is also known as a short circuit. Therefore, no current will pass through resistor R.

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