Quick elemental question about a circuit (Finding V in a node)

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The voltage at node C in the discussed circuit is determined to be -0.6 V due to the presence of a reference node adjacent to the voltage measurement. The initial confusion stemmed from a poorly drawn circuit diagram, which led to misinterpretation of the voltage levels. Once the reference node was identified, the voltage at node C was correctly understood as -0.6 V. This clarification highlights the importance of accurate circuit representation in electrical analysis.

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Hi,

I just made a really poorly drawn part of a circuit I'm trying to solve. But, I got one question that I don't understand!

How come the Voltage of the node C is -0.6 V? Can someone be kind enough and explain it to me?

Any help is appreciated.
 

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Meh, nevermind, there is a mistake on the drawing. Right besides the .6V there is a reference node, therefore the voltage of C = -.6 V.

So, yeah, solved.
 
wiz0r said:
Meh, nevermind, there is a mistake on the drawing. Right besides the .6V there is a reference node, therefore the voltage of C = -.6 V.

So, yeah, solved.

And before your picture was even approved.

Good luck.
 

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