Solve Kirchhoff's Law: Find I1, I2 & I3

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This discussion focuses on applying Kirchhoff's Laws to solve for the currents I1, I2, and I3 in a circuit with known voltage and resistance values for three resistors. The user references Kirchhoff's Current Law (KCL) with the equation I1 - I2 - I3 = 0 and Kirchhoff's Voltage Law (KVL) with the equation Vab + Vbc + Vcd + Vda = 0. These equations are essential for analyzing electrical circuits and determining current flow based on given parameters.

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Hi There,

Im trying to revise for a test and I need help with the following question

I need to find I1 I2 and I3,

I only know the voltage and resistance of the 3 resistors

I have drawn the circuit and attached it,

so stuck! please help!
 

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So, what are the equations you get from Kirchoff's current law and voltage law?
 
i1 - i2 - i3 = 0

and

Vab + Vbc + Vcd + Vda = 0

I think
 

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