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Two lightbulbs, one of resistance R1 and the other of resistance R2, where R1 > R2,...

Two lightbulbs, one of resistance R1 and the other of resistance R2, where R1 > R2, are connected to a battery (a) in parallel and (b) in series. Which bulb is brighter (dissipates more energy) in each case?

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