Physics

Problem

52. When a single resistor is connected to a battery, a total power

P

is dissipated in the circuit. How much total power is dissipated in a circuit if

n

identical resistors are connected in series using the same battery? Assume the internal resistance of the battery is zero. (A)

n^{2} P

(B)

n P

(C)

P / n

(D)

P / n^{2}

(A)

n^{2} P

(B)

n P

(C)

P / n

(D)

P / n^{2}