Finding the current and voltage across various resistors

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The discussion revolves around calculating the current and voltage across various resistors using Ohm's Law and Kirchhoff's Rules. The user determined the total resistance in the circuit to be three ohms and calculated the current to be 8 amps. However, they express confusion about the next steps in solving for the potential difference across the resistors. Clarification is requested on how the total resistance of three ohms was achieved. The conversation emphasizes the application of fundamental electrical principles in circuit analysis.
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Homework Statement


Find the current through all resistors.

Find the potential difference across all resistors

Homework Equations


Ohm's Law
Kirchhoff's Rules


The Attempt at a Solution


So I rearranged the circuit a little and got the total resistance to be three ohms and from there solved for current and go 8 amps...I'm lost from here

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kdspuhler said:
got the total resistance to be three ohms

Explain how you got 3Ω.
 

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