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PHY 102 Last Minute Prep Objective Question

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A 6 mF and a 3 mF capacitor are in series across 18V. Calculate charge on each.
Options
A 36.0mC
Correct Answer
B 46.0mC
C 75.0mC
D 96.0mC
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Equivalent Capacitance C_eq = (6×3)/(6+3) = 2mF. Charge Q = C_eq × V = 2 × 18 = 36mC. In series, charge is the same on all

Hint

Find the equivalent capacitance first, then multiply by voltage.

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