(A) What is the potential difference Vab between points a and b when the switch S is open? (B) What is the potential difference Vab between points a and b when the switch S is closed? (C) For the 4.00 Ω resistor, calculate the current through the resistor with S open.

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In the circuit shown in (Figure 1), E = 71.0 V, R1 = 4.00 Ω, R2 = 6.00 Ω, and R3 = 3.00 Ω.

(A) What is the potential difference Vab between points a and b when the switch S is open?

(B) What is the potential difference Vab between points a and b when the switch S is closed?

(C) For the 4.00 Ω resistor, calculate the current through the resistor with S open.

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