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PHY 102 Last Minute Prep Objective Question

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When capacitors are connected in series, the equivalent capacitance is ... each individual capacitance.
Options
A Greater than
B Less than
Correct Answer
C Equal to
D Insufficient data
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

In series, the equivalent capacitance is less than the smallest individual capacitance.

Hint

How does series connection affect total capacitance?

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