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Observe each circuit diagram and label it as open or closed.

Diagrams illustrating open and closed circuits with various components like batteries, switches, and light bulbs.

Diagrams illustrating open and closed circuits with various components like batteries, switches, and light bulbs.

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Let's analyze each of the six circuit diagrams and determine whether each circuit is open or closed.

Definitions:


- A closed circuit has a complete path for current to flow from the power source (battery) through the components (like bulbs) and back to the source.
- An open circuit has a break in the path — such as an open switch or disconnected wire — so current cannot flow.

Now, let’s go through each diagram:

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1)
- Battery → two bulbs in series → one bulb → back to battery.
- There are no switches or breaks visible.
The path is continuous.
➡️ Closed Circuit

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2)
- Battery → one bulb → switch → another bulb → back to battery.
- The switch is open (it's shown in the "up" position).
Break in the circuit due to open switch.
➡️ Open Circuit

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3)
- Battery connected to two parallel branches, each with a bulb.
- A switch is in the main line (before the split), and it is open.
Since the main switch is open, no current can flow into either branch.
➡️ Open Circuit

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4)
- Battery → three resistors/bulbs in series → one bulb → back to battery.
- No switch is present. All connections appear continuous.
Complete path exists.
➡️ Closed Circuit

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5)
- Battery → switch → two bulbs in series → back to battery.
- The switch is open (shown in the "up" position).
Break in the circuit.
➡️ Open Circuit

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6)
- Battery → switch → two bulbs in parallel → back to battery.
- The switch is closed (shown in the "down" position).
Path is complete; current can flow through both bulbs.
➡️ Closed Circuit

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Final Answers:



1) Closed
2) Open
3) Open
4) Closed
5) Open
6) Closed

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Summary:
- Closed circuits: 1, 4, 6
- Open circuits: 2, 3, 5

These labels reflect whether there is a complete conductive path for electricity to flow.
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of basic circuits worksheet.
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