Are R3, R1, R2, and the capacitor in parallel?

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The discussion revolves around a conceptual question regarding the configuration of resistors and a capacitor in an electrical circuit, specifically whether R3, R1, R2, and the capacitor are in parallel.

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  • Conceptual clarification

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  • The original poster attempts to clarify the arrangement of R3 in relation to R1, R2, and the capacitor, expressing some certainty about the latter components being in parallel.
  • Some participants question the conditions that define parallel components in a circuit.

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The discussion is ongoing, with some guidance provided regarding the status of R3, but no consensus has been reached on the overall configuration.

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Participants are exploring the definitions and conditions for components to be considered in parallel, indicating a need for further clarification on circuit configurations.

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Please see under attempt at a solution for my question.

Homework Equations


V=IR
V=Q/C

The Attempt at a Solution


This was a conceptual question about currents I got it correct. Just for my knowledge I was wondering if R3,R1,R2, and the capacitor were all in parallel. I know R1,R2, and the capacitor are definitely all in parallel but I wasn't sure if R3 also was?
 
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Scholar1 said:
I wasn't sure if R3 also was?
It isn't.
 
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What is the necessary condition for parallel components?
 

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