In domestic wiring, electrical appliances are connected in parallel to the mains rather than in series. Which one of the following is the correct reason?
(a) Parallel connection divides the mains voltage among the appliances according to their resistance, preventing them from burning out
(b) Parallel wiring increases the overall resistance of the circuit, so the mains current remains low and appliances are protected
(c) Parallel connection allows each appliance to receive the full mains voltage independent of the others
(d) Parallel connection ensures the same current flows through every appliance irrespective of its resistance