Question: A battery is connected to a single resistor (Fig. P19.97), and the current is measured with an ammeter. A second resistor having the same resistance

A battery is connected to a single resistor (Fig. P19.97), and the current is measured with an ammeter. A second resistor having the same resistance is placed in parallel with the fi rst resistor. Does the current through the ammeter increase or decrease? Explain your answer.


 Ammeter A R- Figure P19.97

Ammeter A R- Figure P19.97

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