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For Current, potential difference and resistance, which approach best matches this objective: Explain that a larger resistance gives a smaller current for an equal value potential difference?

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Current, potential difference and resistance

Question

A. Apply the Current, resistance and potential difference rule exactly as stated in the question.
B. Use a different circuit rule because it sounds familiar.
C. Ignore the named component or quantity in the question.
D. Choose a response without checking the circuit condition.

Answer

The correct answer is: Apply the Current, resistance and potential difference rule exactly as stated in the question.

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Apply the Current, resistance and potential difference rule exactly as stated in the question. This earns credit because the response stays focused on Explain that a larger resistance gives a smaller current for an equal value potential difference in Current, resistance and potential difference.

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Answer by clearly explaining how to explain that a larger resistance gives a smaller current for the same potential difference..

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For Current, resistance and potential difference, which option best handles the component behaviour when asked to Explain that a larger resistance gives a smaller current for an equal value potential difference?