A current of 16 amperes divides between two branches in parallel of resistances 8 ohms and 12 ohms respectively. The current in each branch is
A. 6.4 A, 6.9 A
B. 6.4 A, 9.6 A
C. 4.6 A, 6.9 A
D. 4.6 A, 9.6 A
Answer: Option B
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Options are not right
Currect answer is 9.6 and 6.4 not inverse
8 ohm passes more currunt than 12 ohm resistance