Why Does My Circuit Calculation Not Match the Given Solution?

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The discussion centers on a circuit calculation involving two resistors of resistance R and voltage sources V1 and V2. The user applies Kirchhoff's Voltage Law (KVL) to derive the current 'I' using the equation (V2-V1)/(2R)=I. Despite following the correct methodology, the user expresses confusion as their calculated answer does not align with the provided solution. The responses indicate that the user's calculations are accurate, suggesting that the discrepancy lies elsewhere.

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I have attached the circuit of interest.
The 2 resistors of of resistance R. V1 and V2 are the voltage sources. 'I' is the current we're solving for.

Using KVL, we get:
-V1-R*I+V2-R*I=0
Rearranging:
V1-V2=-2R*I
(V2-V1)/(2R)=I


My answer doesn't seem to match the solutions. Am I missing something here?
 

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pyroknife said:
I have attached the circuit of interest.
The 2 resistors of of resistance R. V1 and V2 are the voltage sources. 'I' is the current we're solving for.

Using KVL, we get:
-V1-R*I+V2-R*I=0
Rearranging:
V1-V2=-2R*I
(V2-V1)/(2R)=I

My answer doesn't seem to match the solutions. Am I missing something here?
Why? What does the "solution" say ?

(Looks good to me.)
 

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