Which book is this very problem from?

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The discussion revolves around identifying the source of a specific electrical problem presented in an image link. Participants explore the nature of the problem, which appears to involve concepts from network theorems, specifically Thevenin and Norton theorems, as well as source transformations.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant notes that the problem is typical of network theorem books and suggests it is not particularly challenging.
  • Another participant expresses confusion and requests assistance in solving the problem.
  • A suggestion is made to use Thevenin's theorem on one side and Norton's theorem on the other to simplify the circuit.
  • A later reply corrects an earlier claim, stating that source transformation should be used instead of Norton’s theorem for one side of the circuit.
  • Participants discuss the steps to find Thevenin equivalent resistance and voltage, emphasizing the need for initial attempts at solving the problem.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

There is no consensus on the best approach to solve the problem, with differing opinions on the methods to be used (Thevenin vs. Norton vs. source transformation) and varying levels of understanding among participants.

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Participants express uncertainty about specific steps in the problem-solving process, and there are references to external resources that may not be fully understood by all. The discussion reflects a range of familiarity with the concepts involved.

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This is such a typical problem from a network theorem book! What so special? It's not even hard! You see this kind of problem when you study Thev., Norton, super position, nodal analysis etc.
 
Oh man it confuses me a lot i tried a lot to solve it... I have no idea how to do it.. >.< Do you mind giving me a hand?

Thanks
 
I am so clueless to how to do this.. Is there anyway someone can help explain? thanks
 
I was wrong on the right side, you need to use Source Transformation instead of Norton.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Source_transformation

You have to at least try. For example on the right side, you need to read Thevnin Theorem and find the [itex]R_{th} \;,\; V_{th}[/itex].

Ignor the 6ΩW at the bottom and look at the left side, if you want to find the Rth, short out the 10V and find the resistance. It would be 10Ω//5Ω+3Ω≈6.333Ω.

If you want to find Vth, read the voltage from a to the junction of the 5Ω and 6Ω. I'll let you tell me the voltage.

Read the link I gave you and work on it then come back.
 

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