Can't simplify equation into form (RLC)

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The forum discussion focuses on simplifying an equation involving RLC circuits, specifically the expression ##-j \omega L (1-\omega^2LC)/(\omega^2 LC-1)##. Participants confirm that the initial steps are correct, emphasizing the importance of algebraic manipulation. Key techniques include multiplying by ##j/j## to simplify terms and ensuring all components are correctly handled in the numerator and denominator. The discussion concludes with a clear method for achieving the final answer, highlighting the critical role of algebra in solving these types of problems.

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The answer in (algebraic form) is
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I'm not sure how to simplfy into the form required from here.
 
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Suggestion: To start, ## 1/(j \omega C)=-j/(\omega C ) ##. What yo have is correct so far. The rest is just algebra.
 
Charles Link said:
Suggestion: To start, ## 1/(j \omega C)=-j/(\omega C ) ##. What yo have is correct so far. The rest is just algebra.

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You are almost there. When you have a ## 1/j ## multiply by ## j/j ## and you get ##-j ##. That gives you ##-j \omega L/(\omega^2 LC-1) ##. Then just multiply through upstairs and downstairs by ## 1-\omega^2 LC ##.
 
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You are almost there. When you have a ## 1/j ## multiply by ## j/j ## and you get ##-j ##. That gives you ##-j \omega L/(\omega^2 LC-1) ##

Yeah, that's what I got too now. Not sure how I'm going to get all those terms on the top like in the final answer. The R is still in the denomintor so I can't even flip and multiply
 
See my edited post 4. It's simple.
 
Charles Link said:
See my edited post 4. It's simple.

Sorry about this. I still can't seem to get it through my head. Do you mean multiply the entire fraction(including the Vs) above and below by that or do I just multiply the fraction in the denomiator by that. I tried both and I'm still getting stuck :(

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The second way, and it immediately gives you the correct answer ! ##- j \omega L (1-\omega^2LC)/(\omega^2 LC-1)=j \omega L ##.
 
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The second way, and it immediately gives you the correct answer ! ##- j \omega L (1-\omega^2LC)/(\omega^2 LC-1)=j \omega L ##.

Ah! I see. Thank you! It's always the algebra problems..
 
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