engineering physics MCQ #998

The ratio of the resistances of two wires is 1:2. If they are connected in parallel, what is the ratio of the currents through them?

engineering physics MCQ #998

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The ratio of the resistances of two wires is 1:2. If they are connected in parallel, what is the ratio of the currents through them?

    • A) 2:1
    • B) 1:2
    • C) 1:1
    • D) 4:1

    Answer: 2:1

    Explanation: In parallel, I ∝ 1/R, so I1/I2 = R2/R1 = 2/1.