A current divider is an electrical circuit configuration that splits the total current flowing into it among multiple parallel branches. Each branch carries a portion of the total current, which is inversely proportional to its resistance. This means that a branch with lower resistance will carry more current, while a branch with higher resistance will carry less. Current dividers are commonly used in various applications, including resistor networks and electronic circuits. They help in distributing current efficiently and are essential for designing circuits that require specific current levels in different components, such as sensors or LEDs.