Finding Voltage at D and Potential Difference Between B & E

In summary, the voltage at D is -3V and the potential difference between B and E is 9V. By using Kirchhoff's laws and walking the loop from B to C to D to E, we found the change in potential to be -9V. The first question can be answered by walking the loop from A to B to C to D.
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Homework Statement



What is the voltage at D ? What is the the potential difference between B and E?

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The Attempt at a Solution



The point D is connected to +6V and -3 V . So the effecting voltage at D is 3 V.
But the answer is -3 V.

For calculating the potential difference, I found out currents in all branches using KLR and JR.
Is there any shorter method without finding out the currents?
 

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Pay careful attention to the polarities of the batteries.

If you "walk" the loop from B to C to D to E, what's the change in potential?
 
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From B to C, there is Vc - Vb = -3V and Ve-Vc=-6V (is it right?)
adding them Ve-Vb = -9V
so Vb-Ve = 9V

That answers my second question.
What about the first?
 
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Abdul Quadeer said:
That answers my second question.
What about the first?

You passed by the answer when you "walked" from B to D! :smile:

"Walk" the loop from A to B to C to D.
 
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I got it now.
Thanks!
 

FAQ: Finding Voltage at D and Potential Difference Between B & E

What is voltage and why is it important?

Voltage, also known as electrical potential difference, is a measure of the potential energy difference between two points in an electric circuit. It is important because it determines the flow of electric current and is necessary for the operation of most electronic devices.

How is voltage calculated?

Voltage is calculated by dividing the electric potential energy by the amount of charge present. It is represented by the formula V = W/Q, where V is voltage, W is electric potential energy, and Q is charge.

What is the difference between voltage at point D and potential difference between points B and E?

The voltage at point D refers to the electrical potential at that specific point, while the potential difference between points B and E refers to the difference in electrical potential between those two points. In other words, the voltage at point D is a specific value, while the potential difference between points B and E is a comparison of values.

How is voltage measured?

Voltage is typically measured using a voltmeter, which is a device that measures the potential difference between two points in an electric circuit. The unit of measurement for voltage is volts (V).

What factors can affect the voltage at point D and potential difference between points B and E?

The voltage at point D and potential difference between points B and E can be affected by factors such as the type of material used in the circuit, the length and thickness of the wires, and the presence of any resistors or other components that may impede the flow of current.

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