A resistor ${R_1}$ dissipates the power $P$ when connected to a certain generator. If the resistor ${R_2}$ is put in series with ${R_1}$, the power dissipated by ${R_1}$
  • A
    Decreases
  • B
    Increases
  • C
    Remains the same
  • DAny of the above depending upon the relative values of ${R_1}$ and ${R_2}$
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