Voltage received by each bulb in a circuit

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In a circuit with multiple bulbs, the voltage received by each bulb depends on their arrangement, whether in series or parallel. When bulbs are connected in parallel, each bulb receives the full voltage supplied by the cells, which is 1V per cell. A suggestion was made to redraw the circuit diagram to clarify the connections, ensuring each bulb has its own two wires. One participant initially miscalculated the voltage distribution but gained clarity through discussion. The conversation emphasizes the importance of circuit layout in determining voltage across components.
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Summary: Voltage received by each bulb in a circuit

How much Voltage does each bulb receive in the diagram below? (In terms of 1v being the voltage supplied by each cell)
 

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cormzy said:
Summary: Voltage received by each bulb in a circuit

How much Voltage does each bulb receive in the diagram below? (In terms of 1v being the voltage supplied by each cell)
What is your idea? Have you tried redrawing the diagram, such that each bulb has it's own two wires, attaching somewhere to the line with the cells?
 
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A.T. said:
What is your idea? Have you tried redrawing the diagram, such that each bulb has it's own two wires, attaching somewhere to the line with the cells?
I have have tried drawing 2 circuits for each battery, where two bulbs are in one parallel section and one bulb in the other.
I got the answer wrong,
 
A.T, thank you for your help, I think I understand the question now!
 
A.T. said:
What is your idea? Have you tried redrawing the diagram, such that each bulb has it's own two wires, attaching somewhere to the line with the cells?
Hi A.T., is the top middle point at ##1V##? I see it's also connected to ground..
 

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