P 3.2-17 Determine the current i in Figure P 3.3-17.

Answer: i = 4 A

Figure P 3.2-17

Let’s start by writing a current junction equation for the current into the node right above the 2 A source.

Since the 2 A source is in parallel with the 4 Ω resistor. So replace and we get

Now solve for i

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