In a series circuit, which resistor will have the largest voltage drop?
A) the one with the smallest resistance
B) the one with the largest resistance
C) they will all be the same
D) the one with the median resistance

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In a series circuit, the voltage drop across a resistor is directly proportional to its resistance (V = IR). Therefore, the resistor with the largest resistance will have the largest voltage drop.

In a Series Circuit, Which Resistor Will Have the Largest