AExE01 · Chapter 1Basic Electrical & Electronics🏛️ Past Licensure QuestionID: dcc89279
Thevenin's theorem is applicable strictly to:
Thevenin's theorem is applicable strictly to:
Multiple Choice Options
- A✓ Correct Option
linear networks
- B
Non linear networks
- C
Both linear and non linear networks
- D
neither linear nor non linear networks
Detailed Technical Solution & Explanation
Thevenin's theorem is derived directly from the principle of superposition, which requires the underlying circuit elements to possess linear, proportional voltage-current relationships (). Hence, Thevenin's theorem applies strictly to linear bilateral networks.
Option Analysis:
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Option A (linear networks): Correct. Linearity is the mandatory mathematical condition for Thevenin's theorem.
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Option B (Non linear networks): Incorrect. Fails when components have non-linear characteristics.
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Option C (Both linear and non linear networks): Incorrect.
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Option D (neither linear nor non linear networks): Incorrect.
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