Topic: Network Theory
Following four resistances are connected in parallel; the largest power is dissipated by
1. 2.4 $\Omega$, 1 W
2. 5.1 $\Omega$, 2 W
3. 10 $\Omega$, 5 W
4. 22 $\Omega$, 10 W
- A. 2.4 $\Omega$, 1 W
- B. 5.1 $\Omega$, 2 W
- C. 10 $\Omega$, 5 W
- D. 22 $\Omega$, 10 W
Answer: A. 2.4 $\Omega$, 1 W
Explanation: In a parallel combination, the voltage ($V$) across each branch remains the same. Power dissipated is $P = V²/R$. Therefore, the branch with the minimum resistance will have the largest power dissipation. The 2.4 $\Omega$ resistor has the smallest resistance.