Two resistances are given as $R _1=(10 \pm 0.5)\,\Omega$ and $R_2=(15 \pm 0.5)\, \Omega$. The percentage error in the measurement of equivalent resistance when they are connected in parallel is

  • [JEE MAIN 2023]
  • A

    $6.33$

  • B

    $2.33$

  • C

    $4.33$

  • D

    $5.33$

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