Solve Simple Circuit Problem: How to Determine Thevenin Voltage Source

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around determining the Thevenin voltage source in a simple circuit problem, specifically focusing on the process of calculating the equivalent voltage external to a load resistor. The scope includes conceptual understanding and application of Thevenin's theorem in circuit analysis.

Discussion Character

  • Homework-related, Conceptual clarification

Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses confusion about the question, seeking clarification on where to calculate the Thevenin voltage in the circuit.
  • Another participant suggests removing the load resistor and proceeding with the calculation from there.
  • One participant proposes a specific numerical value for resistance and voltage, indicating a potential solution.
  • A later reply agrees with the proposed values, suggesting they are correct.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the approach of removing the load resistor to find the Thevenin voltage, but there is no consensus on the correctness of the proposed numerical values.

Contextual Notes

The discussion does not clarify the assumptions behind the circuit diagram or the specific steps involved in calculating the Thevenin voltage, leaving some aspects unresolved.

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I don't under stand the question

"Determine the equivalent Thevenin voltage source external to the load resistor"

here's a diagram of the circuit. All I need to know is where on the circuit I'm suppose to calculate this, then I can take it from there. Do I take out the load resistor from the circuit and find the voltage?

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Yup that's what it looks like to me. Just remove Rload and work from there.
 
70 ohms and 30 volts sound right?
 
looks good to me
 

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