In a series circuit, the resistance increases as more resistors are added in series.
Given the fact that:

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Derek subtracts several resistors from his project within his series circuit, so therefore, within the series circuit, the resistance will have increased or decreased?
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In a series circuit, the resistance increases as more resistors are added in series.
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Given the fact that:

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Answer the question:


Derek subtracts several resistors from his project within his series circuit, so therefore, within the series circuit, the resistance will have increased or decreased?
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decreased