Two resistors of resistances $R_1 = (100 \pm 3) \,\Omega $ and $R_2 = (200 \pm 4)$ are connected in series. The maximm absolute error and percentage error in equivalent resistance of the series combination is

  • A

    $7\, \Omega , 2.3 \%$

  • B

    $1\, \Omega , 0.3 \%$

  • C

    $3\, \Omega , 1 \%$

  • D

    $4\, \Omega , 1.3 \%$

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