Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
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Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Definition
Circuits are paths made up of conductive materials that allow electricity to flow from one point to another, enabling the operation of electronic devices.
Related terms
Series Circuit: A circuit configuration where components are connected end-to-end so that there is only one path for current to flow.
Parallel Circuit: A circuit configuration where components are connected side-by-side so that there are multiple paths for current to flow.
A fundamental relationship in circuits that states the current flowing through a conductor is directly proportional to the voltage across it and inversely proportional to its resistance.