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Ratio of thermal energy released in two resistor R and 3R connected in parallel in an electric circuit is :
PhysicsCurrent ElectricityJEE MainJEE Main 2023 (29 Jan Shift 1)
Options:
  • A 3:1
  • B 1:1
  • C 1:3
  • D 1:27
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The correct answer is: 3:1

In parallel connection, potential difference across resistors remains the same.

Thermal energy released in resistor is given by H=V2R×t

So, the ratio is H1H2=V2tRV2t3R=3RR=3:1.

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