Understanding Z(in) of Circuit: A, B, C, D Explained [No Frequency Given]

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around understanding the input impedance Z(in) of a circuit, specifically how to determine it without a given frequency. Participants explore the implications of the provided complex impedance values and the relationship between frequency and the complex variable s.

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  • Homework-related
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  • Conceptual clarification

Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses confusion regarding the problem's wording and questions how to determine Z(in) without a specified frequency.
  • Another participant suggests that the problem implies Z(w=j2), interpreting j2 as the frequency w, and proposes that this indicates a frequency of 2Hz shifted by 90 degrees.
  • A third participant introduces the concept of a transfer function and relates it to finding input impedance, indicating that Z(jω) can be evaluated at Z(2j) and concludes that ω = 2 rad/s.
  • A later reply emphasizes the substitution of s with jω in the frequency domain, clarifying that V(j2) corresponds to V(jω) with ω=2 radians/sec.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express differing interpretations of how to approach the problem, particularly regarding the meaning of the complex components and the frequency. No consensus is reached on a definitive method for determining Z(in) without a specified frequency.

Contextual Notes

Participants note the dependence on the interpretation of the complex variable and the implications of substituting s with jω, which may lead to different conclusions based on assumptions about frequency.

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Z(in) of circuit help??

Homework Statement


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A. 10+j2.5 (Ω)
B. 10-j0.4 (Ω)
C. 10-j2.5 (Ω)
D. 10+j0.4 (Ω)

Homework Equations


Z(L)=jwl
Z(C)=-j/wc

The Attempt at a Solution


the problem asks for z(in) without any frequency w given? i think i was just confused by the wording of this problem. s=sigma+jw so does that mean, j2 given means w=2?? then answer would be 10+j2.5 (A). but I'm unsure how to do this without any w.
 
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Yeah, it looks like they are asking for Z(w=j2), so j2 must be the frequency w. 2Hz shifted by 90 degrees...?
 
Remember your transfer function can be expressed in the form H(jω) = Vo(jω)/Vi(jω), where we can denote jω by s.

Here you are trying to find the input impedance Z(i), or in other words Z(jω), where Z(jω) = Z(2j).

So you can conclude that ω = 2 rad/s or ω = 2*pi*f = 2 and find the frequency.

Find the total impedance of the system and substitute your value of ω.
 
The general expression is V(s). To express in the frequency domain, we simply substitute s with , giving V(jω)

So V(j2) indicates V(jω) with ω=2 radians/sec.
 

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