Four unequal resistors are connected in series with each other.Which one of the following statements is correct about this combination?
A)The equivalent resistance is equal to that of any one of the resistors.
B)The equivalent resistance is equal to average of the four resistances.
C)The equivalent resistance is less than that of the smallest resistor.
D)The equivalent resistance is less than that of the largest resistor.
E)The equivalent resistance is more than the largest resistance.

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When resistors are connected in series, the total or equivalent resistance of the combination is the sum of all the individual resistances. Therefore, the equivalent resistance of a series combination is always greater than the resistance of any single resistor in the combination, including the largest one.

Four Unequal Resistors Are Connected in Series with Each Other