Question

A constant voltage is applied across a circuit. If the resistance in the circuit is doubled, what is the effect on the power dissipated by the circuit?

The power dissipated is reduced by a factor of 4.
The power dissipated is quadrupled.
The power dissipated is doubled.
The power dissipated is reduced by a factor of 2.
The power dissipated remains constant.

Answer 1

"The power dissipated is reduced by a factor of 2" is the one among the following choices given in the question that is the effect on the power dissipated by the circuit. The correct option among all the options that are given in the question is the fourth option or the penultimate option. I hope it helps you.