Simple Op-Amp Inverting Amplifier

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The discussion focuses on deriving the gain expression for a simple inverting amplifier circuit featuring three resistors in a complex configuration. The user identifies the basic gain formula as Vout = (Rf/Rin)Vin but struggles to calculate the total resistance due to the arrangement of Rf, which includes three resistors. The user attempts to analyze the circuit using voltage divider principles but finds the additional resistor connected to ground complicating the analysis. The key takeaway is the need for a systematic approach to combine resistors in parallel and series to determine the effective resistance.

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Homework Statement



I need to find an expression for the gain in this circuit. I know it is an interting amplifier, because with the models we were given to look at, this one fits the inverting amlpifier. I've also constructed a simulation in a simple Java applet that I have.

My problem is, I need to do this analytically. It is very late right now and I know I'm just having a brain fart. This is what the simplest inverting amplifier looks like:

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It's fairly obvious that, given a little thinking, the gain on this circuit:

\frac{V_{in}}{R_{in}} = \frac{-V_{out}}{R_{f}} \rightarrow V_{out} = \frac{R_{f}}{R_{in}} V_{in}

The problem is, with my circuit, Rf isn't just one resistor. It's 3, in a very strange configuration, and I cannot for the life of me figure out how to find the total resistance in that part of the circuit. This is my circuit:

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I tried looking at it as sort of a voltage divider, but that third resistor connected to ground is really screwing with my head! Help!

Homework Equations



V = IR is basically all I think you'd need.

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R_3 is connected to the ground and R_2 is connected to a point that's at ground potential because of the negative feedback. These are parallel for the purpose of calculating the potential at the point where R2, R3 and R4 meet.
 

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