Solving the Parallel Circuit: R=25, X[c]=100, X[L]=25

In summary, the conversation is about finding the combined impedance of a parallel circuit with given values for R, X[c], and X[L]. The attempted solution involves using an equation and converting the values to phasor form. However, the given answer of 120 is incorrect and the correct answer is j20. This is because the equivalent impedance of parallel impedances is always less than the least of them.
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huma
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Homework Statement


what is the value combined impedance of the parallel circuit ?when R=25 ,X[c]=100 and X[L]=25

Homework Equations


I think we use this equation to solve parallel impedance ...
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The Attempt at a Solution


z=1/√((squ(1/25))+(squ((1/25)-(1/100))))=1/√(1/625)+squ(3/100)=√10000/25=100/5=20
but the ans is given is 120 what I do ?
 
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Hi,
with your value(R=25,XL=25,XC=100) and your equation you found the right answer. Maybe you forget to convert L and C value to phasor form, it means ( XL=JwL not XL= L) or the book answer is wrong
 
  • #3
no its is given the value of Xc and XL ... no need to find Xc and XL
vetre
 
  • #4
huma said:
but the ans is given is 120
Perhaps it is a typo. The answer is j20, not 120.
The equivalent impedance of a bunch of parallel impedances is less than the least of them, which means the answer is less than 25.
 

Related to Solving the Parallel Circuit: R=25, X[c]=100, X[L]=25

1. What is a parallel circuit?

A parallel circuit is a type of electrical circuit where the components are connected in separate branches, allowing multiple pathways for the current to flow.

2. How do you calculate the total resistance in a parallel circuit?

To calculate the total resistance in a parallel circuit, you can use the formula: 1/RT = 1/R1 + 1/R2 + 1/R3 + ... + 1/Rn, where RT is the total resistance and R1, R2, R3, etc. are the individual resistances in each branch of the circuit.

3. What is the formula for calculating impedance in a parallel circuit?

The formula for calculating impedance in a parallel circuit is: Z = √(R^2 + (Xc - XL)^2), where Z is the total impedance, R is the resistance, Xc is the capacitive reactance, and XL is the inductive reactance.

4. How does the value of the inductive reactance affect the overall impedance in a parallel circuit?

The inductive reactance affects the overall impedance in a parallel circuit by increasing the total impedance, as it opposes the flow of current in the circuit.

5. How can you solve for the current in a parallel circuit?

To solve for the current in a parallel circuit, you can use the formula: I = V/√(R^2 + (Xc - XL)^2), where I is the current, V is the voltage, R is the resistance, Xc is the capacitive reactance, and XL is the inductive reactance.

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