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Let's solve the problems in Figures P1.36 and P1.37 using Kirchhoff's Current Law (KCL).

### **P1.36**
We are tasked with using KCL to find the values of currents \( i_a \), \( i_c \), and \( i_d \) for the circuit.

KCL states that the total current entering a node must equal the total current leaving the node. Applying KCL at each relevant node in the circuit:

#### 1. **Node at the junction between \( B \) and \( A \):**
\[
i_b = i_a
\]
Given: \( i_b = 2 \, \text{A} \).  
Therefore, \( i_a = 2 \, \text{A} \).

#### 2. **Node at the junction between \( D \), \( E \), and \( C \):**
Applying KCL at this node:
\[
i_c + i_e = i_d
\]
Given: \( i_e = 1 \, \text{A} \) and \( i_c = 3 \, \text{A} \), so:
\[
3 \, \text{A} + 1 \, \text{A} = i_d \quad \Rightarrow \quad i_d = 4 \, \text{A}
\]

Thus, the values of the currents are:
- \( i_a = 2 \, \text{A} \)
- \( i_c = 3 \, \text{A} \)
- \( i_d = 4 \, \text{A} \)

#### **Which elements are connected in series?**
- \( A \) and \( B \) are in series, as they share the same current \( i_a = 2 \, \text{A} \).
- \( D \) and \( E \) are in series, as they share the same current \( i_d = 4 \, \text{A} \).

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### **P1.37**
We are given the following currents:
- \( i_a = 2 \, \text{A} \)
- \( i_b = 3 \, \text{A} \)
- \( i_d = -5 \, \text{A} \)
- \( i_h = 4 \, \text{A} \)

We need to determine the values of the other currents.

#### 1. **Node at the junction between \( A \), \( D \), and \( B \):**
By KCL:
\[
i_a = i_b + i_d
\]
Substituting the given values:
\[
2 \, \text{A} = 3 \, \text{A} + (-5 \, \text{A})
\]
This is satisfied, so no additional unknowns at this node.

#### 2. **Node at the junction between \( E \), \( C \), and \( D \):**
Applying KCL at this node:
\[
i_c + i_d = i_e
\]
Substituting the known values:
\[
i_c + (-5 \, \text{A}) = i_e
\]
Thus:
\[
i_e = i_c - 5 \, \text{A}
\]

#### 3. **Node at the junction between \( E \), \( G \), and \( H \):**
At this node, KCL gives:
\[
i_e = i_g + i_h
\]
Substituting \( i_h = 4 \, \text{A} \):
\[
i_e = i_g + 4 \, \text{A}
\]
Using the previous expression for \( i_e \), we have:
\[
i_c - 5 \, \text{A} = i_g + 4 \, \text{A}
\]
Thus:
\[
i_c = i_g + 9 \, \text{A}
\]

#### 4. **Node at the junction between \( F \), \( G \), and \( H \):**
By KCL:
\[
i_f = i_g + i_h
\]
Substituting \( i_h = 4 \, \text{A} \):
\[
i_f = i_g + 4 \, \text{A}
\]

We can solve these equations systematically, but first, do you want me to calculate the numerical values of \( i_c \), \( i_e \), \( i_f \), and \( i_g \), or do you have any clarifications?

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### Further Questions:
1. What is Kirchhoff's Current Law (KCL) in detail?
2. How do you identify elements connected in series using current values?
3. How does KCL help solve for unknown currents in complex circuits?
4. What is the difference between series and parallel connections in a circuit?
5. Can you apply Kirchhoff's Voltage Law (KVL) alongside KCL to verify the solution?

### Tip:
When using KCL, always ensure that you sum currents entering and leaving each node separately to avoid sign errors.

Use KCL to find the values of ia, ic, and id for the circuit of Figure P1.36. Which elements are connected in series in this circuit?
Given that ia = 2A, ib = 3A, id = -5A, and ih = 4A, determine the values of the other currents in Figure P1.37.

Learn how to apply Kirchhoff's Current Law (KCL) to solve for currents in complex circuits in Figures P1.36 and P1.37. This guide provides a step-by-step solution, covering series and parallel circuits and using KCL to find unknown currents like ia, ic, id, and others. Ideal for high school and college-level students.

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