Are the Resistors in a Parallel Circuit and is 3.50 A the Total Current?

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The discussion confirms that the resistors in the circuit are arranged in parallel. It clarifies that the current I_1 is 2.00 A, and the total current in the circuit is 3.50 A. Participants express a willingness to provide further calculations later if needed. The focus remains on understanding the circuit's setup and current values. Overall, the circuit's configuration and current measurements are accurately identified.
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Homework Statement



In the circuit shown in the figure, the rate at which R1 is dissipating electrical energy is 20.0 W.

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I just have questions about the circuit's setup. The resistors are arranged in a parallel circuit?

As for the purple arrows, is 2.00 A I_1 and 3.50 A the total current in the circuit?

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See below.

The Attempt at a Solution



This is just a preliminary question. I shall post my workings at a later time if I am baffled by the questions associated with the figure.

Thanks.
 
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Sounds good to me so far.
 
Soaring Crane said:
I just have questions about the circuit's setup. The resistors are arranged in a parallel circuit?
Yes, the resistors are in parallel.

As for the purple arrows, is 2.00 A I_1 and 3.50 A the total current in the circuit?
That's how I would interpret them.
 

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