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Parallel circuit

Written by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examโ€ขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated September 2025

Definition

A parallel circuit is a circuit where the components are connected side by side, providing separate paths for current flow.