The current in a simple series circuit is $5.0 \, A$. When an additional resistance of $2.0 \, \Omega$ is inserted, the current drops to $4.0 \, A$. The original resistance of the circuit in $\Omega$ was:

  • A
    $1.25$
  • B
    $8$
  • C
    $10$
  • D
    $20$

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