Simple Circuit THEVENIN or Norttons

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The forum discussion centers on solving a circuit problem using Thevenin's and Norton's theorems, alongside the method of superposition. The user successfully solved the circuit using superposition, yielding a current of -750 mA, but encountered difficulties applying Thevenin's or Norton's methods. Participants emphasized the importance of source transformations to simplify the circuit for analysis. The consensus is that while Thevenin's and Norton's theorems can solve many problems, they require careful application and understanding of circuit reduction techniques.

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I have this problem its been bothering me for a while. The problem asks to be solved by method of superposition. I have already solved it but I am sure it can also be solved by thevenins or nortons. I can tried many different combinations but i can't seem to get it. Please take a look at it and let me know if it is possible or not.

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It is easily solvable by superposition but i think my teacher said that thevenin and nortons can solve " ANYTHING" so I am basically trying to apply that to everyproblem. But it doesn't work all the time .

The Attempt at a Solution


i solved this problem by superposition i got -750 mA . I know its right . But when i try to solve it by thevenins or nortons i get stuck.
 
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FahimP said:

Homework Statement



I have this problem its been bothering me for a while. The problem asks to be solved by method of superposition. I have already solved it but I am sure it can also be solved by thevenins or nortons. I can tried many different combinations but i can't seem to get it. Please take a look at it and let me know if it is possible or not.

here is thelink to the picture

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w30/afghanplayr/1-2.png

Homework Equations



It is easily solvable by superposition but i think my teacher said that thevenin and nortons can solve " ANYTHING" so I am basically trying to apply that to everyproblem. But it doesn't work all the time .

The Attempt at a Solution


i solved this problem by superposition i got -750 mA . I know its right . But when i try to solve it by thevenins or nortons i get stuck.

A number of source transformations should be able to reduce that circuit down to something very simple.

If you want us to correct you on your attempt at solving the problem using Thevenin or Nortons theorem (or source transformations) then you are going to need to post your work.
 

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