Activity 1.1.5.b Circuit Theory Simulation

Activity 1.1.5.b Circuit Theory Simulation

In the next slide, you will see a schematic for a simple series circuit. Analyze this circuit to determine its total current and the voltage across each of the two resistors.

Document your calculations in your notebook. To make these measurements, add an ammeter and two voltmeters. The second schematic is the original circuit with the added meters.

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Use the CDS to create and analyze circuits.

DC Voltage > Sources

Resistors > Passive

Ground > Schematic connectors

The Multisim Live Components palette contains the components you will need.

Open Ended

Using the CDS, create and analyze the circuit below to determine I_T, V_R1, V_R2, and V_R3. Add the appropriate ammeters and voltmeters. Be sure to put your answer in proper engineering notation and use the correct units.

Open Ended

Using the CDS, analyze the circuit shown to determine I_T, V_R1, V_R2, V_R3, and V_R4. Do the measured values compare to your previously calculated values in Activity 1.1.5.a?

Open Ended

Using the CDS, analyze the circuit shown to determine R_T & I_T.

Do the measured values compare to your previously calculated values in Activity 1.1.5.a?

It should be obvious that using a CDS to analyze circuits is far easier than performing the calculations by hand. Yet, being able to perform these calculations by hand is still an important skill for a circuit designer. Why?

Be prepared to share your answer.

It should be obvious that using a CDS to analyze circuits is far easier than performing the calculations by hand. Yet, being able to perform these calculations by hand is still an important skill for a circuit designer. Why?

Be prepared to share your answer.