A circuit with multiple sources of voltage

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The discussion focuses on solving a circuit with multiple voltage sources by marking all currents and writing a system of equations. The equations presented include relationships between the voltages, resistances, and currents in the circuit. Participants confirm the validity of the proposed solution, indicating that the equations are correct and will work for solving the circuit. The consensus is that the approach taken is appropriate for the problem at hand. Overall, the solution is deemed valid and aligns with circuit analysis principles.
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Homework Statement


Solve this circuit:
a) Mark all currents
b) Write a system of equations allowing you to solve for the currents2. The attempt at a solution
Part a) in attachment.
Part b)
<br /> \epsilon_1 = i_1 r_1 + (i_1 + i_2 + i_3) R
\epsilon_2 = i_2 r_2 + (i_1 + i_2 + i_3) R
\epsilon_3 = i_3 r_3 + (i_1 + i_2 + i_3) R <br />

Is this solution valid?
 

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ChessEnthusiast said:

Homework Statement


Solve this circuit:
a) Mark all currents
b) Write a system of equations allowing you to solve for the currents2. The attempt at a solution
Part a) in attachment.
Part b)
<br /> \epsilon_1 = i_1 r_1 + (i_1 + i_2 + i_3) R
\epsilon_2 = i_2 r_2 + (i_1 + i_2 + i_3) R
\epsilon_3 = i_3 r_3 + (i_1 + i_2 + i_3) R<br />

Is this solution valid?
Looks right.
 
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That will work. Your equations look fine.
 
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The book claims the answer is that all the magnitudes are the same because "the gravitational force on the penguin is the same". I'm having trouble understanding this. I thought the buoyant force was equal to the weight of the fluid displaced. Weight depends on mass which depends on density. Therefore, due to the differing densities the buoyant force will be different in each case? Is this incorrect?

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