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### Circuit Analysis Problem

**Objective:**  
Find the current \( I_x \) in the circuit.

**Circuit Description:**  
- A current source provides 10 A.
- There is a series of resistors around the circuit.
- The resistors are arranged as follows:
  - Starting from the current source: a 5Ω resistor is connected in series.
  - Following this, there is a junction that splits the circuit:
    - One path contains a 4Ω resistor where \( I_x \) is indicated flowing downward.
    - Another path has two 3Ω resistors in series.
    - Additionally, a branch with 2Ω in series with 1Ω is connected in parallel to the 3Ω resistors and remerges into the circuit.

**Question:**  
Determine the value of \( I_x \) given the options below:

- ⬜ 3 A
- ⬜ 4 A
- ⬜ 2 A
- ⬜ 1 A

**Instructions:**  
Analyze the circuit, apply appropriate electrical laws (Ohm's Law, Kirchhoff's Laws, etc.), and select the correct option for the current \( I_x \).
Transcribed Image Text:### Circuit Analysis Problem **Objective:** Find the current \( I_x \) in the circuit. **Circuit Description:** - A current source provides 10 A. - There is a series of resistors around the circuit. - The resistors are arranged as follows: - Starting from the current source: a 5Ω resistor is connected in series. - Following this, there is a junction that splits the circuit: - One path contains a 4Ω resistor where \( I_x \) is indicated flowing downward. - Another path has two 3Ω resistors in series. - Additionally, a branch with 2Ω in series with 1Ω is connected in parallel to the 3Ω resistors and remerges into the circuit. **Question:** Determine the value of \( I_x \) given the options below: - ⬜ 3 A - ⬜ 4 A - ⬜ 2 A - ⬜ 1 A **Instructions:** Analyze the circuit, apply appropriate electrical laws (Ohm's Law, Kirchhoff's Laws, etc.), and select the correct option for the current \( I_x \).
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