Solving a Capacitance Problem: Finding the Voltage Drop Across a Resistor

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The problem involves a 6V DC voltage source connected in series with a 5kohm resistor and a 10 nF capacitor, focusing on determining the voltage drop across the resistor.

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  • Conceptual clarification, Assumption checking

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  • Participants discuss the initial versus final state of the circuit after connection, questioning the implications of the capacitor's charge state at those moments.

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Some participants have pointed out the need for clarity regarding the timing of the voltage drop measurement, while others have attempted to clarify the initial conditions of the circuit.

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There is an emphasis on understanding whether the question pertains to the immediate state after connection or a later state, which affects the reasoning and potential calculations involved.

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A 6V DC voltage source is connected across both a 5kohm resistor and a 10 nF capacitor in series. The voltage drop across the resistor is what?
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should the charge=0 sicne by connecting wires across the capacitor you are discharging it
 
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Your "attempt" is not a valid line of reasoning. Try again, but first:

Does the question indicate whether the initial state (immediately after the connection) or the final state (after "some time" has passed) is wanted? The answers are completely different.

Answer the answers to either state requires no calculation.
 
You posted the same question 3 times. Please stop doing this
 
it is immediately after the connection
 

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