Which of the following is true when applying Kirchhoff's Rules? O When assuming branch current directions, a negative value indicates that current cannot flow in that branch. O The algebraic sum of all currents leaving/entering a junction as well as the algebraic sum of potential differences in a loop must be equal to zero. O In writing KVR equations, current flowing through a resistor always contributes a negative IR term, where / is the branch current, and R is the resistance value. O The number of KCR equations to be used in the solution should be equal to the total number of junctions.

Which of the following is true when applying Kirchhoff's Rules? O When assuming branch current directions, a negative value indicates that current cannot flow in that branch. O The algebraic sum of all currents leaving/entering a junction as well as the algebraic sum of potential differences in a loop must be equal to zero. O In writing KVR equations, current flowing through a resistor always contributes a negative IR term, where / is the branch current, and R is the resistance value. O The number of KCR equations to be used in the solution should be equal to the total number of junctions.

Glencoe Physics: Principles and Problems, Student Edition

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Chapter24: Magnetic Fields

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 75A

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