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Question
The effective resistance of three resistors connected in series is lesser than the lowest of the individual resistances.
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True
False
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Solution
The effective resistance of three resistors connected in series is lesser than the lowest of the individual resistances - false.
Correct Statement:
The effective resistance of three resistors connected in series is greater than the highest of the individual resistance.
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