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Between bc is 6v and between ad is 3v? if my current calculation is correct, then is v between ab is 3? But are those the potential differences or the actual potentials? For example does the 6 ohm resistor use up all its potential such that it is 0 at point b and point c gains 6v?

Between bc is 6v and between ad is 3v? if my current calculation is correct, then is v between ab is 3? But are those the potential differences or the actual potentials? For example does the 6 ohm resistor use up all its potential such that it is 0 at point b and point c gains 6v?

Homework Statement 1. Find the power dissipated by 12 ohm resistor 2. What is the potential at points a,b,c,d? Homework Equations P=I^2R I=V/R The Attempt at a Solution For a) 3v-IR-6v-IR=0 9v=I(18) I=0.5 P=0.5^2 * 12 = 3 watts But not sure if the ground changes anything b) unsure if ground...