What Is Vo in a Power Source Diagram Circuit?

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Vo in a power source diagram circuit represents the voltage difference between two points, calculated as Vo = Va - Vb. In the context of the problem, it is the total voltage across the components in the circuit. The discussion clarifies that Vo is the sum of voltages across resistors and other elements in series. The user attempts to determine Vo using specific coordinates from the graph, concluding that the total voltage at a certain point is -7. Understanding Vo is essential for accurately analyzing circuit behavior and voltage distribution.
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Homework Statement


I have a book problem that show this pic (see attachment)
The problem wants me to calculate Vo and the end point of the graph and midpoint but I am not sure what Vo is.

Homework Equations



Vo=Va-Vb

The Attempt at a Solution


I think Vo is the total voltage of the power source so let say at the left end point of the graph we have (-4,-3) so because this is series i would say the total voltage was -7 for this point
 

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rh23,
You are correct, Vo is sum of voltages across R and X.
 

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