What Is Vo in a Power Source Diagram Circuit?

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The discussion clarifies that Vo in a power source diagram circuit is defined as the difference between two voltage points, specifically calculated using the formula Vo = Va - Vb. Participants confirmed that Vo represents the total voltage across components in a series circuit. In the example provided, the total voltage at the left endpoint of the graph is calculated as -7 volts, derived from the voltage values at points (-4, -3).

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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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