Magnetic flux, current and magnetic field confusion

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The discussion centers on the application of Ampère's Law in relation to circular loops and the confusion surrounding the length element (dl). Participants clarify that dl represents the differential length along the loop, which is indeed 2πr for a circular path. The use of 2π arises from the geometry of the circular loop, paralleling the application of Gauss's Law in electric fields. The provided resource from HyperPhysics serves as a helpful reference for further understanding.

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1. The problem statement

Relevant equations: I am confused. When dealing with Ampères law:
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dl is supposed to be the length element? Like when we have Gauss' law for electric fields and we use a circular Gaussian surface, we have E(4πr^2)=Qenclosed/ε
So in this case, when we have a circular loop our dl will be 2πr, since that is the circumference of the loop ? Or do I just understand nothing of this type of problem?
I am confused because we seem to use 2π no matter what, like in this problem:
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3. The attempt at the solution:
I don't see anyway to include 2π, but they still do:
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