Solving B.dl Question: Is Current 0 for Path AB?

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The discussion centers on the concept of current in electrical circuits, specifically addressing the question of whether the current for path AB is zero. Participants confirm that since there is no enclosed current for path AB, the current is indeed zero. The clarification emphasizes that the question does not require evaluating the integral around a closed path, which is a common misunderstanding in circuit analysis.

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Homework Statement



Please check attachment or picture below.
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The Attempt at a Solution



Since there is no enclosed current for path AB, shouldn't it just be 0?
Thanks!
 

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CH1991 said:

Homework Statement



Please check attachment or picture below.
http://i.imgur.com/PIwt0.png
PIwt0.png


Homework Equations





The Attempt at a Solution



Since there is no enclosed current for path AB, shouldn't it just be 0?
Thanks!

The question does not ask for the integral around the closed path.
 
Thank you!
 

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