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ETron Circuit LabsLab 36 Resistors in ParallelObjective:In this Lab you will observe the behavior of resistors in parallel.Step 1 – Take InventoryUsing the Parts Inventory as shown on the right under the “Here’s What You’ll Need” section, place each part needed for this experiment on its corresponding drawing. Observe the schematic symbol for each part. Make sure that you have all the parts ready before you begin Step 2.Step 2 – Build the CircuitUsing the Schematic Diagram and the picture of the completed lab, build the lab experiment with the electronic components, and then proceed to Step 3.Step 3 – Theory:In this simple electronic circuit, the electrons flow from the battery through the LED, through the 3 resistors in parallel, and back to the battery. The more resistors you have in parallel, the less total resistance you will have in the circuit. The formula for total resistance of resistors in parallel is:1/R Total = 1/R1 + 1/R2 + 1/R3 ... 1/RN333 Ω70