Day 3 DC Series Circuit

Front

What type of connection do Christmas tree lights typically use?

Back

Series

Front

What is the state of a circuit that is not complete?

Back

Open

Front

What is the formula for calculating wattage in a circuit?

Back

Wattage (W) = Current (I) x Voltage (E)

Front

In a series circuit, how do devices behave?

Back

Devices are either ALL ON or ALL OFF.

Front

What should be true about the current entering and leaving a point in a circuit?

Back

The current should be equal.

Front

What is a characteristic of a series circuit regarding voltage?

Back

The total voltage is divided among the devices.

Front

What happens to the total resistance in a series circuit when more resistors are added?

Back

The total resistance increases.

Front

What is the effect of a break in a series circuit?

Back

The entire circuit stops functioning.

Front

How does current behave in a series circuit?

Back

The same current flows through all components.

Front

What is the relationship between voltage, current, and resistance in a series circuit?

Back

Ohm's Law: V = I x R.