A resistor of resistance \({\text{12 }}\Omega \) is connected in series with a cell of negligible internal resistance. The power dissipated in the resistor is \(P\). The resistor is replaced with a resistor of resistance \({\text{3.0 }}\Omega \). What is the power dissipated in this resistor?

A.     \(0.25{\text{ }}P\)

B.     \(P\)

C.     \(2.0{\text{ }}P\)

D.     \(4.0{\text{ }}P\)

D