Parallel RLC Circuit: Find Current I & Resonance Condition

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The discussion centers on solving a parallel RLC circuit with given parameters: R1 = 100kΩ, R2 = 10Ω, L = 0.1H, C = 200μF, and a constant voltage of 1V. The goal is to find the current I as a function of frequency, determine the resonance condition, and establish the requirements for R1 and R2 to achieve a Q factor of 0.5. The user expresses frustration with the complexity of calculating the impedance and phase angle, seeking a more efficient method than using Kirchhoff's laws.

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Homework Statement



For the following circuit:

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where R1 = 100k\Omega, R2 = 10\Omega, L = 0,1Hy, C = 200\muF. V gives a constant tension of 1V. Find the current I as function of the frecuence, the condition of resonance, and the condition R1 and R2 must have so that the Q factor = 0,5

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The Attempt at a Solution



The problem is that I can't define de phase phi due to the lack of information about the frecuence, plus the expressions for the current I that I found are ugly.

I condensed the resistance R1 and the inductance L into the impedance Z1 = R1 + jwL, and the resistance R2 and the capacitance C into the impedance Z2 = (1/R1 - jwC)-1. Then I condensed those two into the impedance Z3 = Z1 + Z2.

I find this process very annoying, especially considering that I have to find the inverse of a complex number.

What faster way can I use to solve the problem? Because if I use Kirchoff's First and Second Rule I get an uglier equation system.
 
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