Electric current flows through three lamps when arranged in $(a)$ a series and $(b)$ a parallel circuit. If the filament of one lamp breaks,explain what happens to the other two lamps in both cases.

  • A
    In a series circuit,the other two lamps will stop glowing.
  • B
    In a parallel circuit,the other two lamps will continue to glow normally.
  • C
    In a series circuit,the other two lamps will glow brighter.
  • D
    In a parallel circuit,the other two lamps will stop glowing.

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