Voltage drop question - need check/advice

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The discussion centers on predicting the voltage measurement from point B to D in a circuit with two parallel branches. One branch contains two 1.5 kOhm resistors in series, while the other has a 1.5 kOhm resistor and a 0.1 μF capacitor in series. A participant suggests that the voltage at B and D should be equal, implying a voltage drop of zero. However, they are prompted to provide calculations to support their reasoning. Additionally, the conversation highlights the differences in voltage readings between an oscilloscope and a digital voltmeter (DVM), emphasizing the need to understand DVM characteristics.
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1. Homework Statement

What do you predict the voltage will be measured from B to D directly?

Vtot = 1.0 V peak-peak
Two parallel branches, one with two 1.5 kOhm resistors in series, one with a 1.5 kOhm resistor and a 0.1 μF capacitor in series (see attached diagram)


Homework Equations



V=IR (?)[/B]

The Attempt at a Solution



I think the voltage at B and D should be equal, so the voltage drop from B to D should be 0. Is this right?[/B]
 
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"I think" is not an attempt :)

Can you show a calculation to support your thinking?

EDIT: Also, from what I can make out of the original question statement, two different devices are used to measure voltages: an oscilloscope and a DVM. They have different characteristics. What do you know about the values that DVM's display for voltages?
 
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