Electric Current - Parallel and Series equations

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The discussion centers on the correct equations for electric current in series and parallel circuits. In series, the total voltage is the sum of individual voltages, current remains constant, and total resistance is the sum of individual resistances. In parallel, the total voltage is equal across all components, total current is the sum of individual currents, and total resistance is calculated using the reciprocal formula. There is some confusion regarding the notation "Voltage*total," which prompts a request for clarification. Overall, the thread emphasizes the need for precise questions to facilitate clear answers.
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Hello all. I was wondering if these equations would be correct... thank you.

Series
Voltage(total) = V1+V2+V3...
Current(total) = I1 = I2 = I3...
Resistor(total) = R1+R2+R3...

Parallel
Voltage(total) = V1 = V2 = V3
Current(total) = I1 = I2 = I3
Resistor(total) = R1+R2+R3...
 
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What does the "*" mean in your equations? i.e., what is "Voltage*total"?

If you want a clear answer, you need to state a clear question...
 
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unilliterate said:
Hello all. I was wondering if these equations would be correct... thank you.

Series
Voltage(total) = V1+V2+V3...
Current(total) = I1 = I2 = I3...
Resistor(total) = R1+R2+R3...

Parallel
Voltage(total) = V1 = V2 = V3
Current(total) = I1 = I2 = I3
Resistor(total) = R1+R2+R3...

Parallel
Voltage(total) = V1 = V2 = V3
Current(total) = I1 + I2 + I3
Resistor(total) = 1/(1/R1 + 1/R2 + 1/R3)
 

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