Engineering Thevenin AC Circuit Homework: Solve & Analyze Results

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The discussion revolves around solving a Thevenin AC circuit problem and analyzing the results. The user calculated an equivalent voltage using a derived equivalent resistance and a current source, yielding a result of 295.68∠112.8°V, while the textbook's nodal analysis provided 295.3∠115.889°V. There is confusion regarding the discrepancy in phase angles despite the voltages being close. Participants suggest that the textbook may contain a typo or error, and recommend reviewing the steps in the book's solution for potential mistakes. The conversation highlights the importance of verifying calculations in circuit analysis.
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Homework Statement



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Homework Equations



Thevenin, Series, Parallel

The Attempt at a Solution



j10(12-j34) / (j10+12-j34) = (340 + 120j) / (12/j24)

1.67 + j13.3 or 13.44∠82.4°

Now why can't I just use this equivalent resistance and multiply by the current source (22∠30°) to find the Thevenin Voltage? The result of doing this is 295.68∠112.8°V. Instead, the book uses Nodal Analysis to find VTH, which results in 295.3∠115.889°V.
Why do the voltages roughly match, but the phase angles do not? Do you think book made mistake?
 

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dwn said:

Homework Statement



Image Attached

Homework Equations



Thevenin, Series, Parallel

The Attempt at a Solution



j10(12-j34) / (j10+12-j34) = (340 + 120j) / (12/j24)

1.67 + j13.3 or 13.44∠82.4°

Now why can't I just use this equivalent resistance and multiply by the current source (22∠30°) to find the Thevenin Voltage? The result of doing this is 295.68∠112.8°V. Instead, the book uses Nodal Analysis to find VTH, which results in 295.3∠115.889°V.
Why do the voltages roughly match, but the phase angles do not? Do you think book made mistake?

Your analysis looks okay. It's quite possible for a text to have a typo or mistake. If the book presents all the steps of their solution, perhaps you can spot where their error has occurred.
 

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