How Do You Use the Superposition Theorem in Circuit Analysis?

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The discussion focuses on using the superposition theorem in circuit analysis, specifically for circuits with two voltages. Participants suggest that instead of applying the superposition theorem, one should write the Kirchhoff's Current Law (KCL) equation for the node between resistors R1 and R2. The correct approach involves labeling the node as "Vx" and ensuring the sum of all currents out of that node equals zero. This method simplifies the analysis without needing to apply superposition. Overall, the emphasis is on using KCL for solving the circuit rather than superposition.
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In the problem attached do you use superposition theorem.
if so how do you use it?
I don't know how to solve circuits with 2 voltages.
 

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raoulduke1 said:
In the problem attached do you use superposition theorem.
if so how do you use it?
I don't know how to solve circuits with 2 voltages.

Nah. Just write the KCL equation for the node between R1 and R2 and solve.
 
thanks for the reply. which voltage do I use?
 
raoulduke1 said:
thanks for the reply. which voltage do I use?

Have you learned how to write the KCL equations yet for a circuit?

You write the equation that shows that the sum of all curents out of a node is zero. So in your problem, label the node between R1 and R2 as "Vx", and write the equation that shows that the sum of the 3 currents *out* of that node add to zero. Then solve away!
 

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