Engineering Could anyone me with parallel-series circuit equations?

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To solve for unknowns in a parallel-series circuit, start by applying Ohm's Law and the power equations. For resistors R1 and R3 in series, and R2 and R4 also in series, calculate the series resistance first. The total resistance can be determined by combining the series resistances in parallel. Use the formulas for total current and power to find the necessary values, ensuring to account for the relationship between currents in the parallel branches. Understanding these principles will facilitate solving the circuit equations effectively.
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I need to find those unknowns but I have no idea where as to even start.
Any help would be appreciated, thanks alot
 
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Write down the Ohms's law, equations for calculating power P, and equations for adding resistors in series and parallel.
 
To start with you need to look at what is given in terms of your resistors.
For R1 you have PD and Power; and R4 you have Current and Power so use the formulas for power to find those resistances.
R1 and R3 are in series; R2 and R4 are also in series
To find the total resistance you will have to find the In Series Resistance first (Rs)and then you'll see that those subtotals will now be in Parallel to find the total Resistance Rt.
If you review PD and Current for Resistors in Series and Parallel it will help you find the It and Vs
 
Req=((R1+R3)*(R2+R4))/((R1+R3)+(R2+R4)); Req=Rt

Itot=Vs/Req;

Itot=I1+I2; I1-----arm 1 current,I2-----arm 2 current;

I1/I2=(R2+R4)/(R1+R3);

IR1=I1;

Pt=((Itot)^2)*(Req)
 
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