Engineering Nodal Analysis Problem (Basic Circuit Analysis)

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The discussion focuses on solving a nodal analysis problem to find voltages v1 and v2 in a circuit. The user applied current division, determining that a 6A source splits into 2A through an 8-ohm resistor and 4A through a 4-ohm resistor. They established one equation relating v1 and v2 but struggled to find a second equation, suggesting the use of Kirchhoff's laws. Another participant provided their calculated values of v1 as 4.2A and v2 as 16.8, along with a total voltage of 33.6, seeking validation of their results. The conversation emphasizes the application of circuit analysis techniques to arrive at the correct voltage values.
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Homework Statement


Find v1 and v2 from the given picture.


Homework Equations



Ohm's law, V=IR
Current Division

The Attempt at a Solution



I tried to use current division. The 6A source split into 2, giving 2A down the 8 ohm resistor and 4 amperes down the 4 ohm resistor. Since 10A goes out of the second node, 6A must come up from the ground.

I know one equation would be (V2-V1) = 16. I just can't seem to find the other equation. =/
 

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Try Kirchhoff's circuit laws

You have three loop.

Besides, 8 Ohm:(4+2) Ohm
 
do you have the answers
I got v1 = 4.2 A & v2 = 16.8
and voltage = 33.6
I want to know if I did it right or not
 
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