What is the Thevenin equivalent voltage if a 20V source is connected to a 10Ω re

Practice Questions

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What is the Thevenin equivalent voltage if a 20V source is connected to a 10Ω resistor in series with a 5Ω resistor?
  1. 20V
  2. 15V
  3. 10V
  4. 5V

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

What is the Thevenin equivalent voltage if a 20V source is connected to a 10Ω resistor in series with a 5Ω resistor?
  • Step 1: Identify the components in the circuit. We have a 20V voltage source, a 10Ω resistor, and a 5Ω resistor connected in series.
  • Step 2: Understand that in a series circuit, the total resistance is the sum of the individual resistances. Calculate the total resistance: 10Ω + 5Ω = 15Ω.
  • Step 3: Use the voltage division rule to find the Thevenin equivalent voltage (Vth). The formula is Vth = Vsource * (R2 / (R1 + R2)), where R1 is the 10Ω resistor and R2 is the 5Ω resistor.
  • Step 4: Substitute the values into the formula: Vth = 20V * (5Ω / 15Ω).
  • Step 5: Simplify the fraction: 5Ω / 15Ω = 1/3.
  • Step 6: Multiply: Vth = 20V * (1/3) = 20V / 3 = 6.67V.
  • Step 7: Round the answer to two decimal places if needed, but the exact answer is 6.67V.
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