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Which statement best distinguishes Kirchhoff's Current Law from Kirchhoff's Voltage Law?
AKCL applies to junctions, while KVL applies to closed loops
BKCL applies only to AC circuits, while KVL applies only to DC circuits
CKCL is derived from conservation of energy, while KVL is derived from conservation of charge
DKCL is for resistors only, while KVL is for batteries only
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. KCL applies to junctions, while KVL applies to closed loops
KCL is written at a node or junction using current conservation, whereas KVL is written around a closed loop using energy conservation. The other options reverse principles or impose false restrictions.