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Influence of resistance on liquid flow in parallel circuits. A liquid always follows the path of least resistance. Three parallel pipes are exemplified. Assuming a non-limiting diameter of the pipes and where resistance (R)2 and R3 are higher than R1, all fluid will follow Circuit 1. This remains true even if the difference in resistance between Circuits 2 and 3 vs. Circuit 1 is minimal. The relationship between R2 and R3 plays no role.
