Capacitance and resistance question

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Homework Help Overview

The discussion revolves around a problem related to capacitance and resistance, specifically in the context of AC circuits and RC circuits. The original poster expresses uncertainty about how to begin solving the problem, indicating a need for guidance on using complex numbers.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Assumption checking

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  • Participants suggest that the original poster should review relevant chapters and clarify specific questions or issues. There is a mention of the original poster's difficulty in finding applicable resources in their math textbooks, prompting inquiries about what to focus on for better understanding.

Discussion Status

Some participants have provided guidance on potential topics to explore, such as AC circuits and RC circuits. However, there is no explicit consensus on the best approach or resources, and the discussion remains open-ended with various interpretations being considered.

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The original poster notes that the problem is from a math exam, which may impose certain constraints on the types of resources or methods they can utilize. There is also an indication of frustration due to a lack of relevant material in their current textbooks.

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dont know where to start... i know i have to use complex numbers... advice needed please!
 
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You should start by reading the applicable chapters and then presenting specific questions, issues, problems or attempts here.
 
zhermes said:
You should start by reading the applicable chapters and then presenting specific questions, issues, problems or attempts here.

Well - the problem is from a maths exam. And I have two maths books in front of me. Neither of them have anything like this in them. If you know can you please give me some idea of what i need to be reading or looking for? thankyou
 

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