1. In the circuit in the figure below, suppose the switch has been open for a very long time. At time t = 0, it is suddenly closed. R1 C R2 (a) What is the time constant before the switch is closed? (b) What is the time constant after the switch is closed? (c) Find the current through the switch as a function of time after the switch is closed.

1. In the circuit in the figure below, suppose the switch has been open for a very long time. At time t = 0, it is suddenly closed. R1 C R2 (a) What is the time constant before the switch is closed? (b) What is the time constant after the switch is closed? (c) Find the current through the switch as a function of time after the switch is closed.

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Chapter23: Electromagnetic Induction, Ac Circuits, And Electrical Technologies

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