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Simple Circuits

Noah Martinez

Noah Martinez

11 min read

Study Guide Overview

This study guide covers simple circuits, including components (wires, batteries, resistors, capacitors, switches, ammeters, voltmeters), circuit behavior (closed, open, short circuits, multiple loops), and circuit schematics. It also explains resistors and capacitors in series and parallel, including calculations for equivalent resistance/capacitance. RC circuits are discussed, focusing on charging/discharging processes and the time constant. Finally, the guide offers exam tips, focusing on circuit analysis, RC circuits, circuit diagrams, and Ohm's Law.

Question 1 of 11

Alright, let's start with an easy one! ๐Ÿ’ก What is required for a charge to flow continuously in a simple circuit?

An open switch

A closed loop

A capacitor with zero charge

A high resistance