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The "path of least resistance" is a phrase that describes the tendency of systems, individuals, or processes to follow the easiest or most straightforward path when confronted with obstacles or choices. This concept can be applied in various contexts, including physics, psychology, decision-making, and even social behavior. ### In Different Contexts: 1. **Physics**: In the context of electricity, for example, current will flow through the pathway that offers the least resistance.

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  1. Calculus of variations
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