Weird Current Flow in DC Circuit

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The discussion revolves around a problem from Schaum's Outline on Basic Circuit Analysis, specifically problem #3.24. The user initially struggles to understand why the current direction changes after adding a dependent voltage source that matches the polarity of an independent voltage source. However, the user later resolves their confusion and retracts their request for assistance. The interaction highlights the learning process in circuit analysis and the importance of understanding the effects of circuit components on current flow. Ultimately, the user finds clarity on the issue independently.
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Edit: Nevermind, I figured it out! I jumped the gun in making this post.

I'm doing another problem from Schaum's Outline: Basic Circuit Analysis. The problem, #3.24, and its solution are found in this http://books.google.com/books?id=EP...resnum=2&ved=0CCEQ6AEwAQ#v=onepage&q&f=false".

I understand the algebra leading to the solution, but I can't wrap my head around why current changes direction after adding a dependent voltage source with the same polarity as the independent voltage source.

Could anyone point me in the right direction?
 
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rp1242 said:
Edit: Nevermind, I figured it out! I jumped the gun in making this post.

Glad we could help. :-)
 
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