RLC circuit, need some help with the intuition behind inductors.

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The discussion centers on confusion regarding the behavior of an inductor in an RLC circuit, specifically why a voltmeter (V2) reads 0 volts immediately after a switch is closed. The user questions whether the inductor's induced electromotive force (emf) would cause a negative reading instead. Clarification is provided that the induced current opposes the initial current, preventing voltage from registering across the voltmeter at that moment. The conversation emphasizes the need for a deeper understanding of circuit dynamics, particularly the role of inductors in opposing changes in current. Overall, the key takeaway is that the voltmeter reads zero due to the inductor's immediate response to the change in current.
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I attached a picture of a sample problem that I was confused about. What I don't understand is why the V2 voltmeter would read 0 volts (according to the answer key). This is because I thought that an inductor produces an induced emf and current. So wouldn't the voltmeter read a negative value instead of zero?

Edit: immediately after the switch is closed.
 

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Are they asking about when the switch is off?
 
Rayquesto said:
Are they asking about when the switch is off?

Oops, immediately after the switch is closed.
 
I am very weak at circuits and I wish my physics II teacher could gives us better insight to this stuff, however, here is a thought: Initial charge goes from high potential, but when it hits the inductor, the induced current is supposed to oppose it right? So, it never actually gets through that part of the circuit and so the voltage does read anything it goes through it right? I mean, can you back me up on this one if you feel this is completely wrong?
 
theBEAST said:

Homework Statement


I attached a picture of a sample problem that I was confused about. What I don't understand is why the V2 voltmeter would read 0 volts (according to the answer key). This is because I thought that an inductor produces an induced emf and current. So wouldn't the voltmeter read a negative value instead of zero?

Edit: immediately after the switch is closed.
The voltmeter will not read negative.

What are your answers for the other meters after the switch is closed? Explain your reasoning behind each answer.
 
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