In a series-parallel network, some components are in series while others are in parallel.

In a series-parallel network, some components are in series while others are in parallel.

• A. All components are parallel
• B. All components are series
• C. Some components are in series, others are in parallel
• D. The current is same through all components

Answer: (C)

In a series-parallel network, you mix connection types: some elements are connected end-to-end in a path (series), while others connect across the same two nodes (parallel). This means the network contains both a series path and one or more parallel branches. For example, two resistors in series can be placed in parallel with a third resistor across the same supply. The current splits between the parallel branches, but within the series pair the current remains the same through both resistors. That’s why the correct description is that some components are in series and others are in parallel. If all components were parallel, they would all share the same voltage across them, with currents dividing according to each element’s resistance. If all were in series, the same current would flow through every component. In a series-parallel network, currents differ between parallel branches, while within each series chain the current is the same, so the mixed configuration best fits the statement.

In a series-parallel network, you mix connection types: some elements are connected end-to-end in a path (series), while others connect across the same two nodes (parallel). This means the network contains both a series path and one or more parallel branches. For example, two resistors in series can be placed in parallel with a third resistor across the same supply. The current splits between the parallel branches, but within the series pair the current remains the same through both resistors. That’s why the correct description is that some components are in series and others are in parallel.

If all components were parallel, they would all share the same voltage across them, with currents dividing according to each element’s resistance. If all were in series, the same current would flow through every component. In a series-parallel network, currents differ between parallel branches, while within each series chain the current is the same, so the mixed configuration best fits the statement.