Problem 1:
In the circuit diagram shown, currents Iā, Iā, and Iā are unknown. Use the conventional direction of currents shown when answering the questions below. No mesh analysis!
Iā Iā Iā
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8.0 Ī© 3.0 Ī© 12 V
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b 6.0 Ī© 13 18 V
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A) Which side of the 8 Ī© resistor is at higher potential, a or f? Why?
B) Write Kirchhoff's current law for node c.
C) Write Kirchhoff's voltage law for loops adefa and abcda (clockwise).
D) Suppose that after solving for Iā, Iā, and Iā, you find Iā = -2 A. Explain what this result means.
Problem 2:
In the figure, Rā = 5.00 Ī©, Rā = 8.00 Ī©, and Rā = 4.00 Ī©. The battery has negligible internal resistance. The current Iā through Rā is 5.00 A.
A) What is the current Iā through resistor Rā?
B) What is current Iā through resistor Rā?
C) What is the emf of the battery?
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