A lightbulb of resistance and a second bulb of resistance are connected in parallel…

PHYSICS · Subjective · AP · Physics 2: Algebra-based · Electric Circuits · Electric Circuits

Problem

A lightbulb of resistance RR and a second bulb of resistance 2R2R are connected in parallel to an ideal battery that maintains a constant terminal voltage. Which bulb glows brighter? Provide a short justification based on current and potential difference.

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