Three resistances, each of $$R=4\ \Omega$$ rated $$16\ \text{W}$$, are connected across $$A$$ and $$B$$ as shown. Potential difference of $$V$$ volt is applied between points $$A$$ and $$B$$.
Statement 1 - Maximum potential difference $$V$$ that can be applied is $$12\ \text{V}$$.
Statement 2 - Maximum power that can be dissipated is $$24\ \text{W}$$.

A

Statements 1 and 2 both are wrong

B

Statement 1 is correct but statement 2 is wrong

C

Statement 1 is wrong but statement 2 is correct

D

Statements 1 and 2 both are correct