The discussion revolves around simplifying circuit diagrams, specifically focusing on the topology and placement of resistors. The original poster seeks clarification on whether two drawn circuits are equivalent, as they prepare for the MCAT.
Some participants have provided guidance on the concept of circuit topology, indicating that moving wires does not change the circuit as long as the connections at nodes remain intact. There is an exploration of different interpretations regarding the movement of wires and its impact on circuit behavior.
The original poster mentions that this is not a homework problem but rather a study question for the MCAT, which may influence the nature of the discussion and the level of detail sought.
johnj7 said:Homework Statement
This is not a homework problem, but I'm studying for the mcat, and had some trouble figuring out how to simplify a circuit. Could someone look at the attached picture pdf? (the diagram is painless, i promise) Are the circuits I have drawn the same?
Thank you!
johnj7 said:hmm, well i just thought it was a bit confusing, i didn't know you could move wires around like that, because maybe that would change which resistors are in series or in parallel. but i guess that's not true at all.
so bottom line is, you can move the wires however you like as long as its just wire and no resistors are moved/replaced?