Help with Kirchoffs Voltage Law?

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To analyze the circuit using Kirchhoff's Voltage Law, identify the currents in each branch as I1, I2, and I3. Formulate the three Kirchhoff's equations based on two loops and one node. This approach will help determine the current direction and magnitude in each branch. Additionally, calculate the power dissipated in the 10-ohm resistor using the formula P = I^2R, where I is the current through the resistor. Following these steps will clarify the circuit's behavior and power dissipation.
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need to work out:

a. The current flowing in each circuit branch and its direction
b. The power dissipated in the 10ohm resister

This is probably simple to most of yous but i don't have a clue what to do :S
 

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Hi TooJazzy! Welcome to PF! :wink:

Start by calling the three currents I1 I2 and I3.

Then write out the three Kirchhoff's equations, for two loops and one node …

what do you get? :smile:​
 

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