Solving Circuit Analysis Problem: Finding R and V(t) for Given Conditions

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The discussion focuses on solving a circuit analysis problem involving a capacitor and resistors to determine the resistance R and the voltage v(t) at specific time intervals. The initial conditions are given as Vc(0)=3V and ic(t)=e^-50t for t>0. The approach involves applying Kirchhoff's Voltage Law in two loops: one with a 2-ohm resistor and the capacitor, and the other with resistors R and 2 ohms. The use of Thevenin equivalents is suggested to analyze the resistance seen by the capacitor.

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There is a question I am not sure of how I should start/approach. Any help would be appreciated, thanks.

Vc(0)=3V and ic(t)=e^-50t for t>0 and t=0. Find the value of R and voltage v(t) for t>0 and t=0
 

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Apply Kirchhoff' Voltage rule in the two loops ,
first in the loop with 2 ohm resis. and capacitor to find voltage
and then in the loop with 2 resistors (R and 2 ohm) to find R !
 
I might start by examining the form of the capacitor current. There's a time constant that will have to involve the value of R in some way... Are you familiar with Thevenin equivalents? What resistance will the capacitor "see" when it's following ic(t)=e^-50t ? Can you disentangle R from that?
 

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