Finding various currents around the circuit

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The discussion focuses on applying Kirchhoff's laws to a circuit with specified resistances and a voltage source. The user seeks guidance on calculating currents (I1, I2, I3, I4, I5, I6) and voltages (VA, VB, VC, VD) across the resistors. Initial calculations for I1 and I2 are provided, but the user struggles with the application of Kirchhoff's law for further analysis. A suggestion is made to simplify the circuit by replacing two parallel resistors with a single equivalent resistor to facilitate easier calculations. Understanding these concepts is essential for solving the circuit effectively.
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Homework Statement


I have attached the circuit diagram to this thread.
V=12V, R1=2kΩ, R2=2.7kΩ, R3=1kΩ, R4=5.1kΩ.

Find I1, I2, I3, I4, I5, I6. Find VA, VB, VC, VD.
I just don't know how to apply kirchhoffs law to find the current and the voltage. I don't expect to have all answered. If someone can explain how to find at least 1 current and 1 voltage across a resistor, i can try to find the rest. Thank you in advance.

Homework Equations



I6=I1+I2
I1=I5+I3
I4=I2+I5
V=I/R

The Attempt at a Solution



I1= v/R1=12/2Ω=0.006A
I2= v/R2=12/2.7Ω=0.0044A
I6=I1+I2 = 0.0104A
VA=12V
 

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captjackAV said:
I just don't know how to apply kirchhoffs law to find the current and the voltage. I don't expect to have all answered. If someone can explain how to find at least 1 current and 1 voltage across a resistor, i can try to find the rest. Thank you in advance.
Hi captjackAV. http://img96.imageshack.us/img96/5725/red5e5etimes5e5e45e5e25.gif

Can you replace 2 of the parallel resistors with a single resistor? Simplify the circuit this way so you end up with something to which you can readily apply Ohm's Law.
 
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