Solving Currents Using Superposition

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The discussion focuses on solving for currents using the superposition principle in a circuit with multiple sources. Participants emphasize the importance of isolating each source and suggest using mesh currents as a potentially quicker method for finding the solution. There is a clarification that both sources must be considered, with one participant noting the presence of a second 9V source in series with a resistor. Additionally, combining resistors R2 and R3 is recommended to simplify calculations. Overall, the conversation highlights strategies for effectively applying superposition in circuit analysis.
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Homework Statement



Solve for all of the currents using superposition.
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Homework Equations


Remove the one source and solve the problem in two steps.

The Attempt at a Solution



Ive isolated each source separately but once i get to that point I am completely stumped on what route to take. I know i could probably use node eq's but I am not sure if that's the best way to go about solving it?
 
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edit: don't think this would work.
 
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Doesn't the principle of superposition deal with multiple sources? Where is the other source in your circuit? Have you shown it removed with a short?
 
dlgoff said:
Doesn't the principle of superposition deal with multiple sources? Where is the other source in your circuit? Have you shown it removed with a short?


Woops! yes there is another 9V source in series with R5, below it.
 
Mesh currents might be a quicker route to your answer, since you are trying to solve for current. I would also combine R2 and R3 just to knock out a few numbers from the start.
 

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