Understanding Current Flow in Two Loops

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In the discussion about current flow in two loops, it is clarified that currents in separate loops can change independently, but a complete closed circuit is necessary for current to flow. When terminals a-b are open, no current can escape the loops. Applying Kirchhoff's Voltage Law to each loop allows for the calculation of voltages V1 and V2, along with the known voltage of 15. The results can then be summed based on their signs to analyze the circuit behavior. Understanding these principles is essential for solving circuit problems effectively.
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in two loops at the top, when different currents float in different loops, can they change their current or , while one of them is increasing, is other one decreasing..? i could not decide if the question is so easy or hard.
 
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As long as the terminals a-b are open circuited, no current can flow outside of the loops -- there's nowhere for it to flow to. A complete, closed circuit is required for current to flow.
 
ah, okey , then i apply Kircoff Voltage Rule on the each loops and find V1 , v2 and the last one which is already 15 and add them up in terms of their sign, and the result thanks for help gneill
 
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