Physics 9702 · AS & A Level · Kirchhoff's laws

Kirchhoff's laws — practice question

There are three cells with e.m.f.s $V_1$, $V_2$ and $V_3$, each with negligible internal resistance. As illustrated, these cells are linked to three resistors of resistance $R_1$, $R_2$ and $R_3$. The current flowing in the circuit is $I$. Which equation is correct?

  • A$V_1 + V_2 + V_3 = I(R_1 + R_2 + R_3)$
  • B$V_1 + V_2 - V_3 = I(R_1 + R_2 + R_3)$
  • C$V_1 - V_2 + V_3 = I(R_1 + R_2 + R_3)$
  • D$V_1 - V_2 - V_3 = I(R_1 + R_2 + R_3)$

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