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  • Calculating Current in a DC Circuit: A Step-by-Step Guide
    Here's how to calculate the current:

    Ohm's Law

    Ohm's Law is the fundamental relationship between voltage, current, and resistance:

    * V = I * R

    Where:

    * V is voltage (in volts)

    * I is current (in amperes, or amps)

    * R is resistance (in ohms)

    Calculation

    1. Identify the values:

    * V = 12 VDC

    * R = 1000 ohms (1K-ohm)

    2. Rearrange the formula to solve for current (I):

    * I = V / R

    3. Substitute the values and calculate:

    * I = 12 V / 1000 ohms

    * I = 0.012 amps

    Answer:

    The current flowing in the circuit will be 0.012 amps or 12 milliamps (mA).

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