What is the result when the current is increased while the resistance remains constant?

When the current is increased while the resistance remains constant, the voltage across the resistor increases. This relationship is described by Ohm's Law, which states that voltage (V) is equal to the current (I) multiplied by the resistance (R) — expressed mathematically as V = I × R.

Thus, if the resistance does not change and the current is increased, the product of current and resistance results in a higher voltage. This means that for any fixed resistance, as current flows more freely (indicative of a larger current), the voltage must accordingly increase to maintain the relationship defined by Ohm's Law.

In the context of the other choices, if the current increases and resistance stays the same, it does not lead to a decrease in voltage, nor does it keep the voltage constant. Additionally, power consumption, which is defined as P = V × I, will also increase since both voltage and current are factors in that formula. Therefore, the assertion that power consumption decreases is not applicable.