Solving for the currrents in the resistors

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In summary, solving for the currents in resistors is important for understanding the flow of electricity in a circuit and calculating the amount of current in each resistor. Current in a resistor can be calculated using Ohm's Law and is measured in amperes (A). The current in a resistor can change depending on the voltage and resistance, and resistors can be connected in series or parallel, which affects the total resistance and current in the circuit.
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I don't asnwer what to do with the wires crossing

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I don't asnwer what to do with the wires crossing

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It looks like the resistors do not cross at the center. Normally a joining point would have a shaded circle on it, but this isn't used elsewhere in the circuit, so it probably wasn't used at the center either.

So, I would take it that the 4 resistors join at the center and do not cross over.

Looks like a lot of simultaneous equations.
 

FAQ: Solving for the currrents in the resistors

What is the purpose of solving for the currents in resistors?

Solving for the currents in resistors helps us understand the flow of electricity through a circuit and allows us to calculate the amount of current passing through each resistor.

How do you calculate the current in a resistor?

To calculate the current in a resistor, we use Ohm's Law which states that current (I) is equal to the voltage (V) divided by the resistance (R), or I = V/R.

What is the unit of measurement for current?

The unit of measurement for current is ampere (A), which is defined as the amount of electric charge passing through a point in a circuit in one second.

Can the current in a resistor change?

Yes, the current in a resistor can change depending on the voltage applied and the resistance of the resistor. If the voltage or resistance changes, the current will also change accordingly.

Can resistors be connected in series or parallel?

Resistors can be connected in series, where they are connected end-to-end, or in parallel, where they are connected side-by-side. The way they are connected affects the total resistance and current in the circuit.

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