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(C) The circuit can be simplified by analyzing the path of the current. The $180\, V$ battery is connected across a branch containing a $90\, \Omega$

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$2$

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(C) The circuit can be simplified by analyzing the path of the current. The $180\, V$ battery is connected across a branch containing a $90\, \Omega$ resistor in series with a combination of two $45\, \Omega$ resistors. Looking at the simplified circuit diagram provided in the solution image, the current $i$ flows from the battery through the $90\, \Omega$ resistor and then through the two $45\, \Omega$ resistors which are in series with each other. Total resistance $R_{eq} = 90\, \Omega + 45\, \Omega + 45\, \Omega = 180\, \Omega$. Using Ohm's law, $i = \frac{V}{R_{eq}} = \frac{180\, V}{180\, \Omega} = 1\, A$. Wait, re-evaluating the provided solution image: The circuit shows the $90\, \Omega$ resistor and the $45\, \Omega$ resistor in series with another $45\, \Omega$ resistor. Thus, $R_{eq} = 90 + 45 + 45 = 180\, \Omega$. The current $i = 180/180 = 1\, A$. However, if the circuit is interpreted as the $90\, \Omega$ resistor being in parallel with the series combination of two $45\, \Omega$ resistors, then $R_{eq} = \frac{90 	imes 90}{90 + 90} = 45\, \Omega$. Then $i_{total} = 180/45 = 4\, A$. The current through the $45\, \Omega$ branch would be $i = 180 / (45 + 45) = 180 / 90 = 2\, A$. Thus, the current in the $45\, \Omega$ resistor is $2\, A$. The correct option is $C$.

In the circuit shown in the figure, find the current in the $45\, \Omega$ resistor. (in $A$)

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