If $X, Y$ and $Z$ in figure are identical lamps, which of the following changes to the brightnesses of the lamps occur when switch $S$ is closed?
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Resistance of circuit decreases that increases current through $x$. So its brightness increases. Volttage across $Y$ decreases so it brightness will decreases.
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