Thevenin equivalanet and max power question

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The discussion focuses on verifying the solution to a circuit analysis problem involving Thevenin equivalents and maximum power transfer. The initial calculations for current through a resistor and voltage across another resistor are confirmed as correct, but a misunderstanding regarding a voltage-controlled voltage source is highlighted, clarifying that it provides 240 V, not 240 A. The correct approach to finding the voltage between terminals 'a' and 'b' is reiterated, emphasizing the need to apply similar techniques as in the first part of the problem. Additionally, there is a request for clarification on mutual inductance, specifically regarding sign and dot conventions. Overall, the thread emphasizes the importance of accurate unit interpretation and methodical problem-solving in circuit analysis.
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could you check this question if i am doing it right?

http://vyew.com/844710/circuit_analysis_examples
 
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takeiteasy said:
could you check this question if i am doing it right?

http://vyew.com/844710/circuit_analysis_examples

Welcome to PF,

That website is pretty neat, although it would have been much better (for us and for your response rate) to post the problem and your steps directly here, in the forum.

Your first part is correct (it's just a voltage divider). The current through the loop on the left is I = (8 V)/(4 kΩ) = 2 mA. Then the voltage v0 across the 1k resistor is I*R = (2 mA)*(1 kΩ) = 2 V.

Your next step is wrong. The diamond-shaped thing is a voltage-controlled voltage source. Hence it is providing 240 V (NOT 240 A).

It's really unclear what the problem is asking for, but if you are trying to solve for the voltage between terminals 'a' and 'b', then just use the same technique for the right loop as for the left loop. Find the current through the loop using the given voltage and the total resistance. Then use this current to find the voltage across the 40k resistor. Be careful with signs/directions.

EDIT: I see that you have essentially done the second part correctly as well, in spite of the mistake with the units.
 
thank you,cepheid=) i just can't believe how i treat the voltage as current. brain explosion=)


Can you look at this mutual inductance problem and explain the sign and dot logic behind it please?

http://vyew.com/room#/844710/circuit_analysis_examples
 
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