A _____ is an electrical circuit that contains two or more paths for the electricity or signal to flow from a common source.

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A parallel circuit has multiple paths for the electricity or signal to flow from a common source. This is in contrast to a series circuit, where the electricity or signal has only one path to flow through all components. A ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) is a safety device that detects and cuts off power to a circuit if there is a ground fault. A receptacle is an outlet where you can connect a device or appliance to an electrical circuit. A single-pole circuit is a basic type of electrical circuit that has one switch controlling one load (such as a light or an outlet).

A _____ Is an Electrical Circuit That Contains Two or More