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In a series combination of resistors, the current through each resistor is:

Question
In a series combination of resistors, the current through each resistor is:
Different for each resistor
The same throughout the circuit
Zero
Dependent only on that resistor's value
Answer
The same throughout the circuit
Detailed Explanation
In series, there is only one path for current, so the same current flows through every resistor.
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