In a parallel combination of three resistors, which statement correctly describes the total current in the circuit?

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In a parallel combination of three resistors, which statement correctly describes the total current in the circuit? — Exam MCQ

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D. It is equal to the sum of the currents through each resistor — In a parallel circuit, current divides among the branches. By Kirchhoff's current law, the total current entering the junction equals the sum of the branch currents.

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A. It is the average of the currents through each resistor

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B. It is the same as the current through each resistor

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C. It is equal to the current through the resistor with the lowest resistance

In a parallel combination of three resistors, which statement correctly describes the total current in the circuit?

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