Nodal Voltage Analysis with dependent sources

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The discussion revolves around a homework problem involving nodal voltage analysis with dependent sources, specifically focusing on nodes V3 and V4. The individual struggled with formulating the equation for the output current Io and the relationship between V3 and V4. After receiving feedback, they realized that naming only essential nodes is crucial for effective analysis. Ultimately, they successfully derived the current for Io using the branch between V3 and V4, although the homework had already been submitted. The exchange highlights the importance of clarity in problem statements and the correct identification of nodes in circuit analysis.
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Homework Statement


All the data is on the sheet. I named the nodes V1 to V4, however I'm primarily evaluating in terms of V3 and V4. The x=V3 and y=V4 are for the systems solving I'm using. I've looked and looked at this problem, and seem to be hung up, but I suspect it is going to be on my equation for Io or having to do with the branch V3-V4.
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All the relevant info is on my work, I tried to be clear, neat and verbose with it.

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What, specifically, are you asked to solve for? It's not mentioned in your problem statement.

sparkie said:
I've looked and looked at this problem, and seem to be hung up, but I suspect it is going to be on my equation for Io or having to do with the branch V3-V4.
Your equations look okay except, as you say, your equation for ##i_o## (Assuming that it's properly labelled on your schematic).

Generally it's only necessary to name essential nodes for analysis. Your V1 and V2, being in the middle of branches, are not essential nodes.
 
I apologize for that. They want Vo and Io
 
So, re-think your equation for ##i_o## and show us how you get on...
 
So I ended up using the branch V3-V4 to get the current for Io and it worked. I tried a couple other things and failed before I realized it this morning. Of course, the homework has already been submitted, but I wanted to find out what I was missing, so thank you for the help.
 
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