When connecting a large electrolytic capacitor to a circuit with a 100 VDC source, place the negative end of the capacitor .
A)towards the positive side of the source
B)in either position; the polarity is not important
C)towards the negative side of the source

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Electrolytic capacitors are polarized, meaning they have a positive and a negative terminal. The negative end must be connected to the negative side of the DC source to prevent damage or failure.

When Connecting a Large Electrolytic Capacitor to a Circuit with a 100