12. The diagram below shows an electrical circuit. What is the primary function of the fuse in the circuit? A. to prevent too much current from flowing through the circuit B. to supply a greater potential difference across the entire circuit C. to regulate the potential difference that is applied to the two resistors D. to increase the amount of current that is passing through the two resistors

12. The diagram below shows an electrical circuit. What is the primary function of the fuse in the circuit? A. to prevent too much current from flowing through the circuit B. to supply a greater potential difference across the entire circuit C. to regulate the potential difference that is applied to the two resistors D. to increase the amount of current that is passing through the two resistors

College Physics

11th Edition

ISBN:9781305952300

Author:Raymond A. Serway, Chris Vuille

Publisher:Raymond A. Serway, Chris Vuille

Chapter1: Units, Trigonometry. And Vectors

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 1CQ: Estimate the order of magnitude of the length, in meters, of each of the following; (a) a mouse, (b)...

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