Understanding Op Amp Node Voltage Analysis: Equation Differences at Node D

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Node voltage analysis for ideal op amps can lead to confusion, particularly regarding the inclusion of voltages in equations. The user derived an equation for node D that includes Vc, while the professor's version omits it, leading to questions about the assumptions made. The discussion highlights the importance of understanding the relationships between node voltages, specifically that Va equals Vc, but Va is not necessarily zero unless certain conditions are met. Clarification on resistor values and their roles in the equations is also sought. Accurate node voltage analysis is crucial for correctly interpreting circuit behavior.
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Hey, I think I need a little help understanding node voltage analysis with ideal op amps. For the circuit I've attached, at node D, I wrote the equation

((1/1000) + (1/1000))Vd - (1/50000)Vc - (1/1000)Ve = 0

However my prof's equation for node D is:

((1/1000) + (1/1000))Vd - (1/1000)Ve = 0

I don't understand why he didn't include the Vc like I did. I understand that Va = Vc, but you can't just say Va = 0, can you?

thanks much, sean
 

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Where do the "1000" numbers come from? Can you label the resistors or show their values? And no, Va will not be zero unless the current source has Iout = 0.
 
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