Capacitor Network Homework: Find the Charge

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To find the charge in each capacitor, it's essential to apply Kirchhoff's rules and consider the circuit's configuration. Assuming the capacitors are fully charged means the current through them is zero, simplifying the analysis. The voltage divider equation can be used to determine the voltages across the capacitors. This approach allows for straightforward calculations, especially with simple numerical values. Understanding these principles will lead to the correct charge values for each capacitor in the circuit.
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I have to find the charge in each capacitor

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I don't know how can i start, can i use kirchhoff rule in each loop, using q/C when i go through a capacitor?
 

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First of all, what will be the current through each capacitor?
 
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cnh1995 said:
First of all, what will be the current through each capacitor?

I have to assume that capacitors are fully charged, and current through them is 0?

So i have only big loop for the circuit that involves the 10 resistors?
 
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I have to assume that capacitors are fully charged, and current through them is 0?

So i have only big loop for the circuit that involves the 10 resistors?
Right. You can simply use the voltage divider equation and get the voltages across the capacitors.
 
It has been done with easy numbers such that the answer is the simplest possible and you can work it out in your head. :oldwink:
 

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