In this circuit there are three resistors where R 3 is greater than R 2 , and R

Question

In this circuit there are three resistors where R3 is greater than R2, and R2 is greater than R1. is the electromotive force of the battery (i.e., the voltage across the terminals of the battery). The internal resistance of the battery is negligible. Which of the three resistors has the greatest current flowing through it? Please explain your answer

a. R1, because R2 is greater than

b. R1R2, because R2 is greater than R1     

c. R3, and it doesn't matter what the resistor values are.

Explanation / Answer

The correct option is c. R3, and it doesn't matter what the resistor values are. Because the current emitted by the battery is going to directly pass through R3 first and then it will get divided in R2, R1 and hence the current in R3 is greatest and it doesnt matter what the resistor values are.

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