PSPICE Voltage Controlled Current Source Question

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The discussion centers on converting a circuit with a voltage-controlled current source into PSPICE. The original poster sought assistance in correcting their circuit design and was advised to reposition one control terminal from the battery positive to the ground node. Clarification was also requested regarding the reference direction for the current source, which is crucial for proper circuit configuration. After implementing the suggested changes, the poster confirmed that the circuit worked and believed the reference direction was correct. The exchange highlights the importance of terminal placement and current direction in circuit simulations.
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1. My Attempt
I need to convert the book problem of a circuit with a voltage controlled current source with one in PSPICE. I am attaching a picture which shows my attempt. I think I have it wrong but it might be right. So if someone with knowledge in EE and PSPICE could help me it would be much appreciated.

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Leave the control terminal that is connected to "A" where it is, but remove the other one from the battery positive and place it to the ground node (0 volts) instead.

BTW. What's the reference direction for the current source in the original circuit (arrow or arrow down)? You may need to interchange the two control terminals in your pspice cct depending upon the answer to this question.
 
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uart said:
Leave the control terminal that is connected to "A" where it is, but remove the other one from the battery positive and place it to the ground node (0 volts) instead.

BTW. What's the reference direction for the current source in the original circuit (arrow or arrow down)? You may need to interchange the two control terminals in your pspice cct depending upon the answer to this question.

Thank you very much. I removed the battery positive and it worked. I think the reference direction is down so I think I'm good. Thank you again, this helped me out greatly.
 
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