Less than
For the parallel circuit in the previous part (with the switch closed), the current through the 20-ω resistor is less than the current through 10-ω resistor.
According to Ohm's Law, the current through a conductor is directly proportional to the potential difference at constant pressure and temperature.
Therefore; V α I
Mathematically; V = IR ; Where R is the resistance of a device or a conductor.
From the relationship; I = V/R ; which means current and resistance have inverse relationship such that an increase in resistance causes a decrease in electric current.
Therefore; the current through the 20-ω resistor is less than the current through 10-ω resistor.
