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Series, Parallel, Loads, and Voltage Drop

Understand why residential loads are usually parallel, and why voltage drop or loose connections cause symptoms.

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Distinguish series and parallel load behavior.
Understand voltage drop depends on length, current, and connection quality.
Connect heating with loose connections.
Parallel wiring lets each load receive approximately full supply voltage.
Conductors have resistance; high current and long distance increase voltage drop.
A loose connection acts like extra resistance, causing heat and intermittent faults.

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