Two resistances $R_1$ and $R_2$ when connected in series and parallel with a $120\, V$ line,the power consumed is $25\, W$ and $100\, W$ respectively. The ratio of the power consumed by $R_1$ to that consumed by $R_2$ is:

  • A
    $1:1$
  • B
    $1:2$
  • C
    $2:1$
  • D
    $1:4$

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