Three resistors, R, = 230. R₂=3502, and R,=4552, are connected to a capacitor of capacitance C= 32μF and a battery with emf 8=14V as shown in the figure below. The capacitor is initially uncharged when the switch is closed at t-0. Determine the current running on R, on the capacitor at r=0. Express your answer in units mA using zero decimal places. S لله R₁ www www C ww R3

Three resistors, R, = 230. R₂=3502, and R,=4552, are connected to a capacitor of capacitance C= 32μF and a battery with emf 8=14V as shown in the figure below. The capacitor is initially uncharged when the switch is closed at t-0. Determine the current running on R, on the capacitor at r=0. Express your answer in units mA using zero decimal places. S لله R₁ www www C ww R3

Physics for Scientists and Engineers: Foundations and Connections

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Author:Katz, Debora M.

Publisher:Katz, Debora M.

Chapter29: Direct Current (dc) Circuits

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 78PQ: In the RC circuit shown in Figure P29.78, an ideal battery with emf and internal resistance r is...

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